For Richer For Poorer

This play for primary schools looks at how we can both under- and over-eat and what this does for our health. Children will learn about undernutrition and overnutrition, what nutrients are and the impacts they have on their health, and the impact diet and exercise have on their bodies.

The play lasts around 15 minutes in performance. The script has roles for everyone in the class and not only explores topics but develops transferable skills such as teamwork, creativity and leadership. It is great to perform for the whole school community. You might use it for assemblies, harvest festivals, and special food related events like World No Meat day.

The play is written by Adam Hughes and produced by Theatre of Debate. It is part of The Crunch - an exciting year of free activities, experiences and discussions about our food, our health and our planet: please see thecrunch.wellcome.ac.uk/schools-and-colleges and use #thecrunch2016.