Empathize
Students will engage in collaborative research activities to explore the nutritional differences between fast food and healthier options by examining food labels and interviewing a local nutritionist, while also observing and discussing their own eating and exercise habits to understand their impact on health.
Days 1 - 2
Define
Students will analyze fast food vs. healthy food research and collaboratively define a problem statement, focusing on the health impacts of these food choices to guide their project activities and presentations.
Days 3 - 4
Ideate
Students will brainstorm and create their own innovative ideas for interactive booths and activities for the upcoming 'Healthy Living Fair', focusing on practical ways to promote healthy eating and exercise in engaging and memorable ways.
Days 5 - 6
Prototype
Students will construct interactive prototypes of their 'Healthy Living Fair' booths, experimenting with creative layouts, hands-on activities, and compelling visual displays to effectively communicate the importance of healthy eating and exercise to their community.
Days 7 - 9
Test/Present
Students will present their curated Healthy Living Fair booths to peers, families, and community members, demonstrating science experiments, dioramas, and interactive wellness activities while sharing insights about healthy eating and exercise learned throughout the project.
Days 10 - 12