Catholic Charities of California

NEOPB School Idea and Resource Kits with activities and workbooks for 4th and 5th grade interventions to increase fruit and vegetable intake and physical activity.
5 core lessons identified for:
• 4th Grade: Lessons # 3, 4, 5, 6, 9
• 5th Grade: Lessons # 3, 4, 5, 8, 9
Free download from webstorefront.

Source:
NEOPB

Link:
Access via the WebStore Front or contact [email protected].

*Note on Evidence Based Category: RT (10 lessons); Emerging (5 core lessons)

Power Up for Learning is a physical activity supplement to the School Idea & Resource Kits for fourth and fifth grade teachers. Together, the resources combine classroom lessons, large-space physical activities, and quick energizers to integrate physical activity into lessons about the importance of eating fruits and vegetables. Free Download from Webstorefront.

Source:
NEOPB

Link:
Access via the WebStore Front or contact [email protected].

One lesson per month, focusing on seasonal fruits and vegetables. Includes PA/NE bingo cards, parent newsletters, social marketing components (radio, PSA, TV ads, posters etc.). Free download from website.

Source:
Iowa Dept of Public Health

Link:
https://hhs.iowa.gov/pick-better-snack/materials

7 lesson programs (45-60 minutes each) separate curriculum for each grade aligns with Education Standards. Pre- and post-assessments provided. 4th Grade: food groups, nutrients, Nutrition Facts Label, serving sizes, balanced meals, healthy choices. 5th Grade: healthy food and PA choices, serving sizes, analyzing advertisements, balanced meals, good choices at restaurants. Curriculum is free to California teachers.
Available in digital and in print.

Teaches students how they can keep their bodies healthy through nutrient-rich foods, plenty of exercise and sleep, and good hygiene.

Source:
UC ANR

Link:
Restricted Access - Pending approval for use by programs outside of UC ANR; please contact CalFresh Healthy Living, UC State Office at [email protected]

Teens CAN: Comprehensive Food Literacy in Cooking, Agriculture, and Nutrition was designed with the intention of improving food literacy of high school-aged adolescents, typically aged 13–18 years. Food literacy is comprised of overlapping knowledge and skills that are required to maintain a healthy eating pattern. This includes understanding where food comes from and being able to prepare meals that meet nutrition recommendations. Food literacy has been conceptualized for Teens CAN into three overarching topic areas: agriculture, nutrition, and cooking.

Lesson plans align to education standards and support SEL competencies. Includes "brain breaks" to incorporate physical activity. Importance of eating food-group foods, food classification, healthy snacks, importance of breakfast, and farm to you. Curriculum is free to California teachers.
Available in digital and in print.

Source:
Dairy Council of CA

Link:
HealthyEating.org/Kinder
 

Garden Based Notes: 

High school program includes 2 lessons: What's in Your Drink and Think Before You Drink.  Each lesson has 2 parts which can be taught in 40-60 minutes each. Each lesson includes activities handouts, optional homework, a student survey, and resources. 

Source:
NEOPB

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Students examine key nutrients from MyPlate, how to make healthy choices, and how vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, and proteins provide building blocks for good health.

Source:
UC ANR

Link:
Restricted Access - Pending approval for use by programs outside of UC ANR; please contact CalFresh Healthy Living, UC State Office at [email protected]

Promotes a healthy lifestyle in students by encouraging nutrient rich foods and physical activity. Fun introduction to preparing and eating healthy meals.

Source:
UC ANR

Link:
Restricted Access - Pending approval for use by programs outside of UC ANR; please contact CalFresh Healthy Living, UC State Office at [email protected]