Maryland State Curriculum Content Standard 6: Students will demonstrate the ability to use nutrition and fitness knowledge, skills, and strategies to promote a healthy lifestyle.
| A. Responses to Food | |
| 6.1.A.1. | Demonstrate the relationship between food and the senses. |
6.1.A.1.a. |
Differentiate how the five senses affect food choices. |
| E. Food and Health | |
| 6.1.E.1. | Recognize the relationship between food and health. |
| 6.1.E.1.a. | Define physical fitness. |
6.1.A.3.b. |
Describe how food keeps the body healthy by maintaining strong bones, muscles, and teeth and preventing illness. |
| F. Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines | |
| 6.1.F.1. | Recognize that foods are categorized into groups. |
6.1.F.1.a. |
Recognize the My Pyramid as an outline for healthy eating. |
6.1.F.1.b. |
Explain the location of the food groups on the My Pyramid. |
6.1.F.1.c. |
Demonstrate why it is important to eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables a day, such as Fruits and Veggies: More Matters. |