With the Different Plates for Different Mates for Grades 3-5 comprehensive lesson plan with learner worksheet you can help your students understand different diets and how they can all provide a balanced meal.
 
After completing this lesson students will be able to:
Identify food choices within each food group
Name different types of diets
Explain the differences between regular, vegetarian and vegan diets
 
Learning Standards Met:
1a Know the 5 nutrient groups and the functions
2.2.N Recognize that family and cultural influences affect food choices
Compare food choices from different cultures