| Full lesson | Create for a teacher a set of content for giving a lesson, beginning with the lesson plan. Each new block of materials must begin with an H1 heading (other subheaders must be H2, H3, etc). When you describe required pictures, write those descriptions in curly brackets, for example: {A picture of a triangle} |
| Which subject | Design and technology |
| What topic | Eatwell guide |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Year or Grade 7 |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Design and Technology
Eatwell Guide
Year 7
30 minutes
20 students
This lesson corresponds to the Design and Technology National Curriculum for Key Stage 3, focusing on food science, nutritional understanding, and healthy eating.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Introduce the Eatwell Guide. Briefly explain its importance in promoting healthy eating. |
| 2 | Presentation | 10 min | Use the projector to present the Eatwell Guide, explaining each food group and serving sizes. |
| 3 | Activity Distribution | 5 min | Hand out printable cards to students. Explain how these will be used to reflect on their diet. |
| 4 | Individual Activity | 5 min | Students fill in their printable cards with their understanding of the Eatwell Guide. |
| 5 | Collection of Cards | 3 min | Collect the printable cards or conduct a random check to review what students have filled in. |
| 6 | Assign Homework | 2 min | Assign homework related to the Eatwell Guide without asking students to present. |
"Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to explore something very important for our health, which is the Eatwell Guide. This guide helps us understand how to eat a balanced diet and make healthier choices when it comes to food. It's essential for our energy, growth, and overall well-being.
Does anyone know what the Eatwell Guide is or what it includes? [Pause for responses] Great! We’ll dive deeper into that today. Let’s get started."
"Now, I will show you a presentation about the Eatwell Guide. Please pay careful attention as I will explain each of the food groups and their serving sizes.
[Start projector]
Here we have the Eatwell Guide. You can see it is divided into different sections, each representing a food group.
[Point to the first section]
This represents fruits and vegetables. We should aim to fill half our plate with this group! They are essential for providing vitamins and minerals.
Next, we have the starchy foods, which include bread, rice, potatoes, and pasta. These should form about a third of our diet.
Then we have proteins like beans, lentils, fish, meat, and eggs, which are critical for growth and repair.
Don’t forget about dairy or dairy alternatives, which provide calcium for strong bones.
Finally, we should have a small amount of oils and spreads, making sure we choose healthier options.
Any questions about what we've just gone through? [Pause for questions and clarify]
Fantastic! Let’s move on to our next step."
"Now it’s time for you to engage a little more actively. I’m going to hand out some printable cards to each one of you. These cards will help you reflect on your own diet and understanding of the Eatwell Guide.
[Distribute cards and pens/pencils]
Take a moment to look at these cards. On them, you'll find sections where you can write down what you learned about each food group and how they contribute to a balanced diet.
Make sure to keep these handy for our next activity."
"Now, I want you to take a few minutes to fill in your cards. Please write down your understanding of each food group according to the Eatwell Guide and how much of each you think you eat currently.
You have 5 minutes to complete this task. Go ahead!"
[Monitor students as they fill in their cards and provide assistance if needed]
"Time’s up! Please hand in your printable cards to the front. I will review these to see how well you've grasped the concepts we've discussed today.
[Collect cards or check randomly]
Thank you for sharing your reflections! This will help me gauge your understanding of the Eatwell Guide."
"For your homework, I would like you to create a personal eating plan based on the Eatwell Guide.
Think about the foods you usually eat and how you can make them fit into the guide's recommendations. Please write this down on a piece of paper, and I will collect it in our next lesson.
Remember, you will not need to present this in class, so just focus on creating a realistic plan for yourself."
"Awesome job today, everyone! I hope you feel more informed about the Eatwell Guide and how it can help you make healthier choices. See you next lesson!"
What is the Eatwell Guide, and why is it important for maintaining a balanced diet?
List the five sections of the Eatwell Guide and describe the main food groups included in each section.
How much of your plate should be filled with fruits and vegetables according to the Eatwell Guide? Why is this important?
Discuss the role of starchy foods in a balanced diet. What are some examples of these foods?
Identify two protein sources mentioned in the Eatwell Guide. How do they contribute to our bodies?
Why is dairy or dairy alternatives an essential part of our diet? What nutrients do they provide?
What are healthier options for oils and spreads, and why should we use them in moderation?
Reflect on your current diet. Which food group do you consume the most? Which one do you think you should include more?
Based on what you learned from the Eatwell Guide, create a personal eating plan for one day. Include specific foods for each food group and indicate portion sizes.
How can you make healthier choices when shopping for or preparing meals based on the Eatwell Guide? Give three examples.
| Question | Answer |
|-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|--------|
| What is the Eatwell Guide? | |
| How should we divide our plate according to the Eatwell Guide? | |
| What are some examples of foods in the fruits and vegetables section? | |
| Why are starchy foods important in our diet? | |
| What role do proteins play in our growth and repair? | |
| How does dairy contribute to our health? | |
| What types of oils and spreads should we choose? | |
| Why is it important to eat a balanced diet? | |
| What did you learn about your own diet from the card activity? | |
| How can you apply the Eatwell Guide to your personal eating plan? | |