Discover MyPlate: Nutrition Education for Kindergarten (K)
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SNAP-Ed Connection
This curriculum is part of the USDA’s national SNAP-Ed Connection—a one-stop shop for organizations committed to improving nutritional health in their communities.
SNAP-Ed Connection : https://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/discover-myplate-nutrition-education-kindergarten
Description
Teacher's guide with 6 lessons (activity times vary) and classroom celebration ideas, 6 mini books for students and teacher's big book, original song, food cards, recipes, student workbook, poster, parent handouts. Also approved for Preschool. Free download from website.
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USDA
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https://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/discover-myplate-nutrition-education-kindergarten
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6 lessons
Times vary - 60 + minutes
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