A program for grades 4 – 8
Food Smarts is a flexible, leaner-centered nutrition and cooking curriculum developed by Leah’s Pantry, a California-based nonprofit agency. The curriculum is designed for facilitated conversation and covers a range of core nutrition principles. Youth have a chance to learn new recipes and gain confidence in applying healthy behavioral change in their everyday lives.
The program includes 6 lessons that can be taught in 30 to 90 minutes sessions.
Lesson topics include:
- Setting the Stage for Healthy Choices
- What is on a Healthy Plate
- Food Processing and Fast Food
- Understanding Labels and Ingredients
- Best Practices for Healthy Living
- Smart Strategies for Shopping and Planning Healthy Meals
SNAP-Ed is funded by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. SNAP provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. It can help you buy nutritious foods for a better diet. To find out more, 1-877-501-2233. http://foodhelp.wa.gov/
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local Extension office. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities and special needs who contact Linda Mathews SNAP-Ed Coordinator, at lmathews@wsu.edu or (253) 798-7154 at least two weeks prior to the event