1st/2nd-Grade
Nutrition Curriculum
Teams of university student 'KINstructors' visit local elementary classrooms once a week for seven weeks. This evidence-based curriculum features colorful, fiber-rich, and culturally diverse foods that nourish our bodies and help us feel our best, while introducing foundational concepts of balanced eating, food groups, nutrition labels, and healthy habits. Through engaging visuals, movement games, and group collaboration, students build self-awareness and learn to make and practice informed food choices.
Visit our Curriculum Overview for details on lesson objectives.
Lesson 1: Introduction; Water & Sodium
Lesson 2: Fruits & Vegetables
Lesson 3: Grains & Proteins
Lesson 4: Fats & Cooking Methods
Lesson 5: Sugars
Lesson 6: Moderation, Balanced Plate, & Nutrition Labels
Lesson 7: Nutrition Wrap!
KIN's Nutrition Principles
The information KIN presents is rigorously supported by up-to-date, reputable, evidence-based nutrition sources.
KIN is dedicated to fostering a mindset of MODERATION and BALANCE, advocating for eating habits that benefit public and planetary health.
Recognizing the individualized nature of nutrition, KIN utilizes a flexible and adaptable approach. KIN does not promote any specific diet or the restriction of foods. Instead, we emphasize and celebrate the ADDITION of nutritious, colorful, fiber-rich, and energizing foods that accommodate diverse local and individual situations, cultural contexts, and dietary preferences.
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