Chefs,
Nutritionists, Master Gardeners, and Physical Activity Professionals in
School Classrooms, After School Programs and Childcare Communities
We work with staff to schedule visits from chefs, nutritionists, master
gardeners, and physical activity professionals who customize programs
to complement the regular classroom curriculum or after school program
theme. Some topics include: My Pyramid; Snacks vs. Treats; Food Safety
& Sanitation; How to Make Healthy Snacks; Trying New Foods; Portion Sizes;
How to Grow Your Own Vegetables; Body Image; Just Move!; Aim For Fitness.
Nutrition Education at the Summer Food Service Program
Teacher
Workshops/ Orientations
We offer action-oriented teacher workshops: "Healthy Eating Across the
Curriculum" and "Food Safety Across the Curriculum" that provide
easy ways for teachers to integrate nutrition and food safety into their
existing curriculum. These workshops may be tailored to the needs of the
school and can focus on specific subject areas such as literacy, math or
science. Each teacher receives a resource packet including posters and a
KIDS FIRST CLASSROOM RECIPE BOOK with ideas on how to present fun and interesting
lessons that motivate students to learn existing curriculum concepts plus
motivate students to eat healthier.
Wellness
Workshops
These workshops are designed to motivate teachers, school staff, parents,
and other community workplace personnel to work together and make positive
food and physical activity choices and practice safe food habits and techniques.
Topics include: Sweeten Up Your Life Without that Extra Sugar;, Turn
Household Chores into an Exercise Program; Fight Bac! Come to Terms with
Germ;, Fruits & Veggies-More Matters; Pinpointing Portions: The More, Not
the Merrier.
Kids First Community Garden-- Central Falls
The PTO Nutrition Education
Road Show
PTO's and other parent organizations can schedule a presentation complete
with healthy food demonstrations and sampling. Some topics include:
Healthy Snacks and Lunches for Kids; The Importance of Eating Breakfast;
How to Get Your Kids to Eat More Fruits & Vegetables; Whole Foods vs.
Processed Food; Understanding Food Labels; Living the 2005 Dietary Guidelines;
Low Cost Healthy Meals.
