Nutrition...

Elementary Level:

NUTRITION: In this program students will learn why it is important to fuel the body with the right kinds and amounts of food. Emphasizing healthy eating habits, some of the most critical aspects of nutrition are discussed. Using the latest recommendations from the USDA, current nutritional guidelines are explored in easy-to-understand terms. Important terminology includes: digestion, energy, carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, minerals, and vitamins. 

Includes 5-question video quiz and 25-page teacher's guide. Extra features on the DVD include, index, slides, glossary, English subtitles and an iMovie project.

REVIEW:

"Bodies, like cars, need fuel; however, humans have a much wider selection of fuels to choose from, since food comes in all sorts of textures, tastes, colors, and nutritional value. Knowing the basics of good nutrition is a critical aspect of staying healthy. Offering a quick overview of the major aspects of nutrition - which is simply the interaction between the body and food or drink - this program outlines key terms (such as digestion, carbohydrates, and vitamins), discusses the six essential nutrients, looks at food labels and the revised food pyramid, and features a few nutrition tips (such as drinking eight glasses of water daily). While the information is very basic, the accompanying curriculum features summaries, quizzes, and teacher's guides, while DVD extras include indexes, labeled slides, and iMovie project, and a glossary." (E- Gieschen)

Video Librarian
January/February 2007

Secondary Level:

NUTRITION AND YOU:  This four-part series covers the topics outlined in the National Science Education Standards, AAAS Benchmarks for Science Literacy and major texts. Nutrition Basics program highlights the six major essential nutrients including: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. In Balanced Diet the USDA food pyramid is illustrated through vivid graphics, emphasizing each of the five major food groups. Healthy Eating Habits stresses the fundamental skills needed to plan, select, and prepare foods that make up a healthy diet. A Healthy Body addresses a number of health issues including types of foods to avoid, healthy body weight, harmful substances, and the importance of regular exercise.

Each interactive video is followed by a 10-question Video Quiz and is accompanied by a teacher-friendly guide containing numerous student activities and assessment tools. Extra features on the DVD include indexes, labeled slides, glossary, animations, English subtitles, and an iMovie project.