This theme examines not only the importance of a healthy body, also healthy

eating. A healthy body is not just about being fit - in reality it is a combination
of many factors, of which exercise is a small part. A healthy body is achieved
not only with physical wellbeing but also with a healthy mental and spiritual
attitude. The way to good health and a healthy body is directly related to what
is put into that body and how it is treated. Eating well is an essential part of
being healthy, and can help us perform well and feel our best.
Materials in this theme aim to support teachers educate our young people
around these issues, giving suggestions in a cross curricular way, which could
be incorporated into lessons. The resources firstly focus on the healthy body
element, looking at what we put into our body and linking this with drug education, the importance of dental hygiene and also staying
hydrated. Popular drinks are examined for their nutritional content and their effect on dental health. There are also website and book
suggestions that could enhance classroom practice.
Resources to support the healthy eating strand of this theme include lesson plans on food groups, snacks and fluids, cultural influences
on food, supporting websites, healthy recipes and a book and website list.
Activities to enhance learning are also included. Pupils would benefit from the opportunity to follow the recipes and create their own
healthy dish. Food tasting sessions also provide a way for this theme to be demonstrated practically. There are also activities in the
accompanying challenge booklet, for our young people to complete, to support the materials covered in the theme.
TEACHER: ALEISA
ORTIZ