Curriculum for Excellence

Nutrition

Early First Second Third Fourth
I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
I enjoy eating a diversity of foods in a range of social situations.
Together we enjoy handling, tasting, talking and learning about different foods, discovering ways in which eating and drinking may help us to grow and keep healthy.
By investigating the range of foods available I can discuss how they contribute to a healthy diet.
By applying my knowledge and understanding of current healthy eating advice I can contribute to a healthy eating plan.
By taking part in practical food activities and taking account of current healthy eating advice, I can prepare healthy foods to meet identified needs.
Having researched food and health policy, and dietary legislation, I can explain how this impacts on individuals, the community and the world of work.
  I experience a sense of enjoyment and achievement when preparing simple healthy foods and drinks.
     
      Through practical activities using different foods and drinks, I can identify key nutrients, their sources and functions, and demonstrate the links between energy, nutrients and health.
I can apply my knowledge and understanding of nutrition, current healthy eating advice and the needs of different groups in the community when planning, choosing, cooking and evaluating dishes.
I know that people need different kinds of food to keep them healthy.
I am beginning to understand that nutritional needs change at different stages of life, for example the role of breastfeeding in infant nutrition.
I understand that people at different life stages have differing nutritional needs and that some people may eat or avoid certain foods.
I am developing my understanding of the nutritional needs of people who have different conditions and requirements.
Having identified diet-related conditions, I can adapt and cook recipes to suit individual needs.
        Having assessed how lifestyle or life stages can impact on people's nutritional needs, I can explain how these needs are met.