Athletics & Wellness
Grade 4
10 min
Fueling for Pre-Teens (Ages 10-12)
Explain eating for energy as activity increases.
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Your Body is an Engine
Think of your body like a car's engine. Just like a car needs gas to go, your body needs food for energy. This energy is called fuel, and it helps you run, jump, learn in school, and even grow.
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Growing Takes Energy!
At your age, your body is doing a lot of important growing. This takes extra energy, even when you're just resting or sleeping. Eating enough of the right kinds of food helps your bones, muscles, and brain grow strong and healthy.
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More Play, More Power
On a day you relax and read, you need fuel. But on a day you have a big soccer game or a long bike ride, your body uses much more energy. On those more active days, you'll need more fuel to keep your energy up and feel your best.
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Challenging
You notice that on days you eat a balanced lunch, you have more fun in P.E. class than on days you only eat a bag of pretzels. What can you learn from this?
0.That pretzels are not a good food.
1.That the type of fuel you choose can affect your energy and performance.
2.That P.E. class is only fun on certain days.
3.That you should stop eating pretzels forever.
Challenging
You're trying a brand new sport that feels much harder than what you're used to. How might this change what your body needs for a while?
0.Your body will need less fuel because it's a new activity.
1.Your body's needs won't change at all.
2.Your body might need a bit more fuel and rest as it gets stronger and adapts.
3.You should only drink water and not eat any food.
Easy
If you think of your body as a car, what is food like?
0.The wheels
1.The paint color
2.The gasoline (fuel)
3.The radio
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Explain eating for energy as activity increases.
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