Basics of Teaching Nutrition Education & Physical Activity in the Classroom.
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Basics of Teaching Nutrition Education & Physical Activity in the Classroom
Why worry about nutrition and physical activity?
Diet is linked with 5 of the 10 leading causes of death:Coronary heart diseaseSome types of cancerStrokeType 2 diabetesAtherosclerosis (plaque buildup in the arteries)
A Dangerous Trend
Data from the 2011 National Youth Risk Behavior Surveillance System showed that, of students in grades 9-12: 36% did not eat fruit/100% fruit juice one or more times
per day37.7% did not eat vegetables one or more times per day12.2% did not eat for 24 hours or more to lose weight or
to keep from gaining weightObese children and adolescents are more likely to
become obese as adults.
Concern About Physical InactivityData from the 2011 National Youth Risk Behavior
Surveillance System showed that, of students in grades 9-12: 32.4% watched television 3 or more hours per
day13.8% did not participate in at least 60 minutes
of physical activity on any days of the weekOnly 49.5% were physically active for a total of
at least 60 minutes/day on at least 5 days of the week
Childhood Obesity
Data from NHANES surveys (1976–1980 and 2009–2010) show that the prevalence of obesity has increased: for children aged 2–5 years, prevalence
increased from 5.0% to 12.1%for those aged 6–11 years, prevalence increased
from 6.5% to 18.0%for those aged 12–19 years, prevalence
increased from 5.0% to 18.4%
Long-Term Health Consequences
Obese children and adolescents are more likely to: Become obese as adultsHave health problems related to cardiovascular
disease such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes
Have bone and joint problems, sleep apnea, and social and psychological problems such as stigmatization and poor self-esteem
Finding the TimeIf you don’t have extra time to devote to nutrition,
how do you squeeze it into an already busy school day?Integrate with other subjectsTake advantage of mealtime and small breaks in the day
Overcoming Additional Barriers
Other possible barriers:Special NeedsConfidenceSpaceIdeas
Good NutritionProvides students with a solid foundation for
lifelong health.Increases the odds of healthy & attentive
students.Assures optimal development and growthHas positive effects on:
AlertnessAttentionPerformance on standardized achievement tests
Teaching Nutrition Basics
Nutrition education doesn’t need to occur in formal lessonsBe a healthy role model!Healthy foods at class partiesEliminate soft drinksUse non-food items as
rewards
Teaching Nutrition Basics
www.ChooseMyPlate.gov
What are the components of MyPlate?
Five food groups Uses a familiar mealtime visual, a place
settingReminder to eat healthfullyIncludes the website address for
ChooseMyPlate.gov
MyPlate Messages
Make half your plate fruits and vegetablesMake half your grains wholeVary your veggiesFocus on fruitsGet your calcium-rich foodsGo lean with protein
Using MyPyramidMyPyramid also teaches nutrition by food groups.Focus on eating a variety of foodsModeration
Eat more foods that are low in added sugar and fatCut back on packaged snacks & drinks that are high in
sugar and/or fatBalance food intake with physical activity.
Teaching Nutrition to Preschoolers
Teaching Nutrition BasicsEncourage youngsters to:
Try new foodsEat a variety of foodsGet plenty of playtime activity
Resources on www.ChooseMyPlate.gov
MyPyramid Coloring Activity
Healthy Foods Rainbow
ChooseMyPlate.gov Preschool Resources
Use resources from choosemyplate.govDaily food planDeveloping healthy eating habitsTips for picky eatersMeal and snack informationHealthy Eating for Preschoolers
Mini-Poster
Teaching Nutrition in the Elementary Classroom
MyPlate Activity
• MyPyramid for Kids resources available for elementary students of all ages
Teaching Nutrition in Middle and High School Classrooms
My Daily Food Plan ActivityHow does your intake compare to the recommendations? Create a customized Daily Food Plan at
www.ChooseMyPlate.govAn easy way to get older students to think more critically
about what they are eating.
Physical Activity
Children and adolescents should get 60 minutes or more of physical activity EACH day.
It is one of the most important things that children & adults can do for their health. It can help:Control weightReduce risk of disease (cardiovascular, diabetes, cancer,
etc.)Strengthen bones and musclesImprove mental health & moodKeep thinking, learning, and judgment skills sharp
Let’s give it a try!Toss and CatchShare:
Your favorite fruit or vegetableYour favorite physical activityYour favorite food served in the school
cafeteria
Preschools
Learning to be physically active from an early age sets the groundwork for a lifetime of healthy habits
Physical activity Helps to develop motor skills and coordinationCan help children learn to feel good about
themselvesHelps with mental developmentFree play also helps children use their
imagination and be creative
Physical Activity Show-and-Tell
Young children love to show off new skillsEncourage children to share achievements by
holding a weekly physical activity show-and-tell.Make sure the environment is supportive,
cheerful, and nonjudgmental
Older Students
Beginning to experience freedom to make choicesRegular physical activity may:
Improve self-esteemHelp to manage weightIncrease fitness levelsHelp build and maintain bones, muscles, and joints
School staff can impact physical activity choices by being a healthy role model and providing opportunities to be active during the school day
A Few Examples…
For younger children:Basic movements and motor skills:
Tossing and catchingJumping, hopping and skippingSide-steppingBalancing (on toes, on one foot, on one foot and
two hands, etc.)Pattern movements (hopscotch, dance steps,
“Simon Says” etc.)
A Few Examples…
For older children and adolescents:Emphasize team-building
Work in teams to complete tasks
Require multiple people to be successful Encourage participation from ALL students
Provide opportunities for creativitySupport student creativity Listen to students’ suggestions
Time for a “break”
Stand next to a numberWhen the music starts, move around the room to
touch the next number in sequenceKeep going until you get back to your original numberClassroom applications?
A few last-minute tips!Allow energetic kids a
chance to move and playLimit directions, rules and
explanationsShare activities with
parents