Lesson Plan

Nutrition Label Lab Plan

Students will learn to read and interpret key nutrition label components and apply this knowledge to select healthier snack options in a guided small-group setting.

This lesson builds label literacy and critical decision-making skills, empowering students to make informed, healthier snack choices now and in the future.

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Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Mini Lesson: Nutrition Label Review

10 minutes

Step 3

Label Detective Challenge

10 minutes

Step 4

Snack Swap Worksheet

7 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up & Assessment

3 minutes

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Slide Deck

Read That Label: Unlocking Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Label Elements

Serving Size & Servings per Container

Calories, Fat & Sugars

% Daily Value (% DV)

Ingredient List & Hidden Ingredients

Think Like a Label Detective

Ready for the Label Detective Challenge?

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Activity

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Worksheet

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