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My Pyramid

Mr. Martin

This lesson plan entails an introduction to the government web page My Pyramid and an assignment of keeping a daily log using current technology.

Overview Students will be able to access the My Pyramid page creating their own account, and monitor their dietary intake and daily exercise versus what is recommended by the government Student Audience This unit is designed for middle and high school students. Timeframe This unit will last two weeks and take up the full period for the duration of those two weeks. Students will be expected to complete around a half hour of homework per day. Rationale The purpose of this unit is to introduce children and teens about the importance of a healthy diet and healthy behaviors. Central to this theme will be the relative ease to which youngsters can use technology to track their diet and further learn about the impact dietary decisions can bring. Unit Objectives TSWBAT complete and discuss one week of dietary intake. They will then discuss the impact of their choices and then attempt to adapt or maintain as best as possible during the second week. TSWBAT understand the skills taught and utilize the My Pyramid website for future reference. Unit Standards Colorado Health and PE Standards 1, 2, and 3 Variations or Adaptations Adaptations will be made to provide specific instruction for all children. There will be several different ways to approach the My Pyramid site, and variations will be instituted if necessary. Technology will be at the forefront of this unit, and all students will be offered equal opportunity to complete and benefit from the assignment.

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