Athletics & Wellness
Grade 4
10 min
Snacks That Keep You Going
Identify healthy snacks for energy during long days.
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Fuel for Your Day
Think of your body like a car. Food is the fuel that makes it go! Snacks are like small fuel stops between your main meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) that give you the energy to learn, play, and feel your best.
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Building a Super Snack
The best snacks give you long-lasting energy. A great way to do this is by combining different food groups. Try pairing a fruit or vegetable with a protein or a whole grain. This balance helps you feel full and focused for longer.
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Easy Snack Ideas
Need some ideas? Try an apple with a cheese stick, a banana with a small handful of almonds, yogurt with berries, or whole-grain crackers with hummus. These are simple, powerful snacks that help fuel your body and brain.
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Challenging
You are helping a younger sibling pick a snack before they play at the park. How could you best explain why a banana is a better choice than a cookie for long-lasting energy?
0."The cookie is a 'bad' food and you should never eat it."
1."The banana has special ingredients that make you a superhero."
2."The banana gives you 'playground power' that lasts a long time, while the cookie's power runs out fast."
3."You have to eat the banana because a grown-up said so."
Challenging
A new company is selling 'Fruit Blasts' that are made of only fruit puree. Based on the idea of a balanced snack, what could you add to make this a better fuel source for a long hike?
0.A source of protein or healthy fat, like mixing in some seeds.
1.A spoonful of sugar to make it even sweeter.
2.Some colorful food dye to make it look more fun.
3.A glass of soda to have with it.
Easy
Besides quenching thirst, what is a key job of water in your body when you are active?
0.It helps you jump higher.
1.It makes your food taste better.
2.It gives you a quick burst of sugar.
3.It helps your body stay at the right temperature.
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