Value Education - Healthy Eating Habits

What is Healthy Eating?

Healthy eating is when we eat foods that make our bodies strong and healthy.

Why is Healthy Eating Important?

Healthy eating helps us:

1. Grow strong: 

Healthy food helps our bodies grow big and strong.

2. Feel happy: 

Healthy food gives us the energy to play and have fun.

3. Stay healthy: 

Healthy food helps keep us from getting sick.

What are Healthy Foods?

Healthy foods are:

1. Fruits: 

Apples, bananas, berries

2. Vegetables: 

Carrots, broccoli, spinach

3. Whole grains: 

Brown rice, whole wheat bread, oats

4. Protein: 

Chicken, fish, beans

What are Unhealthy Foods?

Unhealthy foods are:

1. Sugary treats: 

Candy, cookies, ice cream

2. Fried foods: 

French fries, fried chicken, doughnuts

How Can We Practice Healthy Eating Habits?

1. Eat a rainbow: 

Try different colored fruits and vegetables.

2. Drink water: 

Stay hydrated with water.

3. Limit treats: 

Enjoy sugary treats in moderation.

4. Eat together: 

Share meals with family and friends.

Discussion Points

1. What's your favorite healthy food?

2. Why is it important to drink water?

3. What can we do to make healthy choices?

Here's a story about healthy eating habits for kindergarten:

Benny's Healthy Plate

Benny the bear loved to eat. One day, his mom said, "Benny, let's make a healthy plate."

Benny's mom showed him a plate with different colored foods:

- Red apples

- Green broccoli

- Yellow carrots

- Brown rice

Benny said, "Wow, this looks like a rainbow!"

Benny's mom explained, "Eating a rainbow of foods helps keep our bodies strong and healthy."

Benny tried each food and said, "Yum! This is delicious!"

But then, Benny saw a big jar of honey on the table. He loved honey!

Benny's mom said, "Remember, Benny, too much honey is not good for us. Let's have just a little bit."

Benny learned that healthy eating means trying different foods, drinking water, and limiting treats.

From that day on, Benny made healthy choices and felt strong and happy!

Question for Discussion 

1. What foods did Benny eat on his healthy plate?

2. Why is it important to eat a variety of foods?

3. What can we do to make healthy choices like Benny?

Activity 

1. Healthy Plate Art

1. Provide paper plates, markers, and colorful stickers.

2. Ask participants to create a healthy plate by drawing or sticking pictures of nutritious foods.

3. Encourage them to include a variety of food groups.

2.Healthy Snack Charades

1. Write down healthy snack options (e.g., fruits, carrot sticks, yogurt) on slips of paper.

3.Nutrition Scavenger Hunt

1. Create a list of healthy foods or nutrients (e.g., fiber, vitamin C, calcium).

4.Story Time and Discussion

1. Read a children's book about healthy eating habits (e.g., "Gregory, the Terrible Eater" by Mitchell Sharmat).