• Use the basic principles of a healthy and varied diet to prepare dishes.
• Design & Technology, Key Stage 2, Cooking & Nutrition
• Understand and apply the principles of a healthy and varied diet.
• Science, Year 2, Animals, including Humans
• Describe the importance for humans of exercise, eating the right amounts of different types of food, and hygiene.
• Science, Year 6, Animals, including Humans
• Recognise the impact of diet, exercise, drugs and lifestyle on the way their bodies function.
• Looking for an easy way to teach the principles of a healthy and varied diet?
• An updated version of 'The Balance of Good Health' food groups plate, perfect for classroom food group sorting and healthy eating discussions.
• Designed to promote nutritional literacy among children, this floor mat visually represents the Eatwell guide, making it easier for children to understand the concepts of a balanced diet.
• Used in various teaching scenarios, it helps to explain dietary choices and the importance of diverse food groups. From year-round classroom discussions to specific health education activities, it offers a practical, engaging way to discuss healthy eating.
Ideal for Design and Technology lessons, this mat aligns with curriculum goals by aiding in the teaching of nutrition. It's a versatile tool to demonstrate eating the right amount of different types of food, supporting children in making informed nutritional choices.
• Build children’s awareness of what they should and shouldn’t be eating.
• These resources will raise children’s awareness of nutrition and healthy eating.
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