MyPlate and the topic of nutrition can be mystery to many, especially parents. Discover simple tips and strategies to help show parents how to make smart, healthful, budget-friendly food/beverage choices for their children using MyPlate as a springboard. Learn to decipher nutrition labels and how to use them as a tool for teaching. Walk away with resources that will provide parents with feasible, easy-to-implement nutrition ideas and activities.
Gateways Content Areas: (B) - Health, Safety, and Well-Being
CDA Content Area: (1) - Health and Safety
Audience
Administrators/Coordinators/Directors/Principals
Assistant Principals
Home Visitors
Parent Educators/Family Specialists
Teacher Assistants/Paraprofessionals
Teachers
Topic
FAM = Family & Community Engagement
Levels of learning
Introductory