CP+Darnell,Kasey+Jane

=Unit Cover Page=


 * Unit Title:** //Nutrition for Life//
 * Grade Level(s):** //8//
 * Subject/Topic Area(s):** //Nutrition//
 * Key Words:** //metabolism, carbohydrates,proteins, fats,food pyramid, glucose, digestion//
 * Designed by:** //Kasey Darnell//
 * Time Frame:**
 * School District:** //RSU10//
 * School:** //T.W.K. Dirigo Middle School//


 * =Brief Summary of Unit= ||
 * //Students will study the relationship between the food they eat and how it affects their body function They will learn the basics about carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins and minerals and how they interact with each other. Students will learn how to read a food label and determine what a healthy choice looks like. Students will also learn about metabolism and how nutritional needs vary from person to person. Additionally, students will reflect upon their habits and choices regarding nutrition and how it will affect their health in the future.// ||

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