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