Social, Personal and Health Education (SPHE) · 5th Class · Taking Care of My Body · 2.º Período
Food and Nutrition
Students investigate the food pyramid and the importance of a balanced diet. They analyze food labels to make informed choices about what they eat.
NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsSPHE Strand: Myself - Taking care of my bodySPHE Strand: Myself - Food and nutrition
About This Topic
Students investigate the food pyramid and the importance of a balanced diet. They analyze food labels to make informed choices about what they eat.
Key Questions
- What makes a balanced meal?
- How do I read a food label?
- Why does my body need different types of nutrients?
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