Scavenger+Hunt

3rd Grade Food Scavenger Hunt Instructions: 1. Read the questions very carefully! 2. Click on the highlighted word to follow the link 3. Search for the answer on the website 4. Type your answer in your word document 5. Be very specific and make sure you are answering each question carefully

﻿﻿ The Food Pyramid 1. What has the [|Food Pyramid] been replaced with? 2. What does each color on the[| Food Pyramid] stand for? 3. What should half of your plate[| contain]?

Meats and Grains 1. What other foods are included in the[| protein food group]? 2. What do whole grains[| give us]? What do they do? 3. Give [|two reasons] as to why proteins are good for you.

Dairy, Fruits, and Vegetables 1. What is one[| benefit]of getting your daily serving of fruits? 2. What is the [|most important] nutrient in dairy? 3. True or False: The [|serving size] for fruits and vegetables is the same for everyone.

Importance of a Healthy Diet 1. Why is it [|important] to have a healthy diet? 2. Which Mineral grows [|muscle]? A. Iron B. Calcium C. Sodium 3. What is a side effect of an [|unhealthy diet]?

Local Foods 1. Why is it important to buy [|locally-grown] food? (Give two reasons) 2. When are [|oranges]in season? 3. True/False: Florida is the [|largest] producer of fresh tomatoes.