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How to read a nutrition facts label

Grades 3 - 8 Science

This YouTube video (5 min.) offers tips on how to read nutrition labels to make healthy food choices. 

5:3 Food and Nutrition.

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These resources have been curated to support elementary students and teachers as they learn about food and nutrition. The resources in this collection address the follow major understandings:  the necessity of nutritious food, exercise and rest to maintain good health, and how the health and growth of organisms is affected by their environment.   ...
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