Different amounts of food
I can describe why it is important for humans to eat the right amounts of different types of food.
Different amounts of food
I can describe why it is important for humans to eat the right amounts of different types of food.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Different types of food can help our bodies in different ways.
- It is important for humans to eat the right amounts of different types of food.
- Amounts of food can be planned for using a circle or triangle divided into different portions.
Keywords
Food - Food gives living things energy and helps them to stay healthy.
Healthy - The health of a living thing is how well or ill it is. A healthy diet keeps a person or animal well.
Amount - An amount is a quantity of something.
Unhealthy - Something that is unhealthy is not good for your health.
Portion - A portion is the amount of food that is given to one person at a meal.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that a ‘balanced’ diet should include equal-sized proportions of the different food groups (rather than appropriate amounts of each food group).
Explanation that humans need to eat different amounts of foods, depending on how healthy or unhealthy they are for us. Explanation of the importance of eating different types of food.
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Equipment
Masking tape, a variety of different foods.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
Exit quiz
6 Questions
