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Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Nutrition: Science Trek

Subject Area

Health Education

Grade(s)

K, 1, 3, 4, 6

Overview

This video segment from IdahoPTV's Science Trek demonstrates the path food takes in our body in order for us to absorb nutrients. The functions of the 6 nutrients of protein, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins, minerals and water are described with examples of each nutrient. This video can be played when teaching a lesson on nutrition and healthy foods.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): KG

    HE19.K.1.2

    Identify healthy food choices.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 1

    HE19.1.7.1

    Identify healthy practices and behaviors to maintain and improve personal health.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 3

    HE19.3.1.2

    Illustrate the link between the six main nutrients and being healthy.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 4

    HE19.4.7.1

    Demonstrate a variety of healthy practices and behaviors to maintain and improve personal health.

    Health Education (2019) Grade(s): 6

    HE19.6.6.1

    Assess personal health practices.

    Link to Resource

    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
    Accessibility

    Accessibility

    Video resources: includes closed captioning or subtitles
    License

    License Type

    Custom
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