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Designed with Saskatchewan teachers in mind, A Guided Discovery of Canada’s Food Guide is now a plug-and-play digital resource. With five ready-to-use e-learning lessons, it’s an ideal solution for teachers looking to enrich their classroom with engaging, curriculum-aligned content –without added planning time.
Tailored for students in grades 4 to 6, this program encourages exploration of the Canada’s Food Guide website, critical thought about health and nutrition messaging, and real-life application of Food Guide concepts.
Each lesson highlights a theme from Canada’s Food Guide. We recommend starting with “Lesson 1: The Canada’s Food Guide Plate” to lay the foundation for the program.
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Explore the Series
The Canada's Food Guide Plate: Grades 4–6
Lesson 1 helps students explore Canada’s Food Guide in a way that’s interactive, inclusive, and linked to the Saskatchewan curriculum.
Mindful Eating: Grades 4–6
Lesson 2 invites students to slow down, reflect on their senses, and try out mindful eating in a way that’s inclusive, relevant, and fun.
Enjoy Your Food: Grades 4–6
Lesson 3 helps students explore the role of enjoyment in healthy eating. Using Canada’s Food Guide as a foundation, this lesson encourages students to reflect on how taste, culture, budget, and lifestyle all shape their food experiences – and how to create enjoyable mealtimes that reflect who they are[...]
Cook More Often: Grades 4–6
Lesson 4 gives students a chance to explore Canada’s Food Guide through food skills, planning, and preparation.
Eat Meals with Others: Grades 4–6
Lesson 5 introduces Canada’s Food Guide recommendations for eating meals with others, while guiding students through the practical steps of planning and sharing food – from adapting recipes to creating meaningful moments.
Curricular Connections: Grades 4–6
Saskatchewan grades 4–6 curricular connections for A Guided Discovery of Canada's Food Guide