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Dairy Food Group
Dairy? Milk? Why is it one of the food groups? Get activities and books to help you teach the kids about the Dairy Food Group.
Protein Food Group
Protein, protein, protein...Find books, activity ideas and more! Help those kids learn about protein.
Fruit Food Group
Why are fruits important? How do we educate young children about fruit? Find books, activity ideas and more!
Grains Group
Why are grains important? How do we educate young children about grains? Find books, activity ideas and more!
The Importance of Food Groups
Most recently, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has come out with a new food model, MyPlate, to represent the five food groups Americans should eat to make sure they are getting a healthy, nutrient-dense diet. The five different food groups - Grains, Vegetables, Fruit, Dairy, and Protein – make up the foundation for providing your body with all the essential vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and enzymes necessary for staying healthy and enhancing your wellness during your ..
Vegetable Food Group
Vegetables are so good for us! Get some ideas for teaching the kids that, even some great book links too!
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