Athletics & Wellness Grade 1 45 min

Food is Fuel: Powering Our Bodies

Hi friends! This lesson teaches us how food is fuel for our bodies, just like a car needs gas to go. Eating healthy foods gives us the energy we need to run, play, and learn all day long!

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What & Why

Our bodies are amazing machines! To do everything we love, like running, jumping, drawing, and even thinking, our bodies need energy. Where do we get this energy? From the food we eat!Think of food as fuel. Different foods give us different kinds of power to help us grow strong and stay healthy. Using a guide like MyPlate helps us see the different food groups our bodies need every day to get the best fuel.
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Example 1 — The Breakfast Boost

Imagine waking up and your body's energy tank is on empty. It's hard to get dressed or listen to the teacher. This is why breakfast is so important!Step 1: You eat a yummy breakfast like oatmeal with berries and a glass of milk.Step 2: The food travels to your tummy and your body starts turning it into energy.Step 3: Now your energy tank is full! You have power for morning lessons, playing with blocks, and singing songs. You started your day like a superhero!
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Example 2 — The Lunchtime Power-Up

It's the middle of the day. You've been learning and playing hard, and your energy tank is getting low again. You might feel tired or grumpy. It's time to power-up with lunch!Step 1: You sit down to eat a balanced lunch, like a turkey sandwich, some crunchy carrots, and an apple.Step 2: Your body gets to work, turning that healthy lunch into new fuel.Step 3: Vroom! Your tank is full again. You have lots of energy to run super fast at recess and learn new things in the afternoon.

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Sample Practice Questions

Beginner
What does food give our bodies to help us run, play, and think?
A.Energy
B.Sleepiness
C.Toys
D.Quiet time
Beginner
You are about to go outside for recess and feel a little tired. What is the BEST snack to give you energy to play?
A.A bag of chips
B.A glass of soda
C.An apple
D.A candy bar
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Why is it a good idea to eat a 'rainbow' of fruits and vegetables?
A.Because it looks pretty on the plate.
B.So you can practice your colors.
C.Different colored foods give our bodies different kinds of vitamins and help.
D.Because only red foods are healthy.

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Hi friends! This lesson teaches us how food is fuel for our bodies, just like a car needs gas to go. Eating healthy foods gives us the energy we need to run, play, and learn all day long!

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