FNS Document #
FNS-462
Resource type
Training and Outreach
Print Materials
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Are you looking for fun ways to promote nutrition and physical activity at your elementary or middle school? Use this events idea booklet to get started! This free events booklet has:
- Ideas for 20 themed events, large and small
- Spotlights of real-life events at Team Nutrition schools
- Handouts, templates, and other free resources to support events
- Ways to team up for success, connections for school, home, cafeteria, classroom, community, and media
Availability
All are welcome to download these materials and make copies. To download the files, please right-click on the link and select "save link as."
Ordering: Print copies are only available in English. Child nutrition program operators may request printed copies of this resource, while supplies last.
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Elementary School Events
Middle School Events
Elementary & Middle School Events
- Can't Beat How I Eat: A Fruit and Vegetable Challenge
- The Chef in You: A Cooking Competition
- From East to West, Eat What's Best: A Pen Pal Program
- Fun, Food, and Fitness: A Family Party
- Launch Your Day With Breakfast: Fuel Up To Help Your Day Take Off
- MyPlate Day: Fun With All Five Food Groups
- MyPlate Food Drive: Lending a Healthy Hand
- Plant It, Grow It, Eat It!; Healthy Habits Take Root
- Power Up With Local Athletes: Try a Sport Day
- Shop Smart: A Mock Grocery Store
- Start Your Day on the Right Foot: Walk to Breakfast
- The Whole World of Whole Grains: Celebrating Cultures and Food
Appendices
- Reproducible Handouts - or, download individually:
- Customizable Materials
- Additional Handouts for Any Event - or, download individually: