Physical Activity (PA)

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]

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: 

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]

Program includes student workbooks, teacher lesson plans and family newsletters targeting grades 4,5, and 6. There are 6 monthly lessons/grade level focusing on 6 different fruits and vegetables. HOTM is a standardized curriculum. The lessons promote a healthy lifestyle, including eating more fruits and vegetables, choosing healthy beverages, and engaging in physical activity, in addition to increasing awareness of local agriculture. The lessons are linked to the National English Language Arts and Math CC standards and where applicable to the NGSS and California Nutrition competencies.

Formerly "Eat Move Win" now updated as "Let's Eat Healthy for Teens" and includes an Educator Guide. An interactive, four-lesson program that empowers students to take small steps to better eating and healthier habits. Can be delivered asynchronous or synchronous. Aligned to CA Health Education Content Standards. Free online program to california teachers.

Source:
Lisa Larsen; HealthyEating.org-Curriculum-High School, Virtual components have been added and Educator Guide

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Students explore a healthy body and lifestyle, MyPlate, nutrients and what they do for their bodies, breakfast, healthy beverages, exercising and keeping food safe.

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]