Healthy Eating Sorting Task. Healthy vs Unhealthy Foods Activity Sheet

Healthy vs Unhealthy Foods Activity Sheet

A healthy eating sorting activity is a fun and interactive way to teach participants about nutritious food choices. Here’s a description of how it can be structured:

Objective: To help participants understand the different foods and identify healthier food options.

1. Introduction:

   • Begin with a brief discussion about the importance of healthy eating and the different food groups (fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins, dairy, and fats).
   • Explain the activity and what participants will be sorting.

2. Sorting Exercise:

   • Distribute food images .
   • Have them work individually or in small groups to sort the items into the appropriate food groups.
   • Encourage discussion about why they placed certain items in specific groups.

3. Review and Discuss:

   • Once sorting is complete, review each category together.

4. Reflection:

   • Ask participants to write down one more healthy and unhealthy food.
   • Discuss how they can incorporate more nutritious foods into their daily diets.

Conclusion

This activity promotes teamwork, critical thinking and a deeper understanding of nutrition, making healthy eating concepts more tangible and relatable.