On the Pyramid

Worksheet Description

This worksheet features an image of a food pyramid with various food items depicted in it, and blank lines next to each level of the pyramid. The task for students is to name each level of the food pyramid according to the categories provided on the sides, such as Vegetables, Fruit, Carbohydrates, Fat & Sugars, Fish, Meat & Eggs, and Dairy. The goal is to match the food illustrations within the pyramid to these categories. The bottom of the worksheet includes a “How Did You Do?” self-assessment section with emoticons, where students can rate their confidence in their answers.

The worksheet is designed to teach students about the food pyramid, a model that illustrates the recommended balance of food groups for a healthy diet. It helps students understand which foods belong to which food group and the relative quantities of each group that should be consumed. This visual and interactive approach reinforces the concept of nutritional balance and variety in food choices. The self-assessment encourages students to reflect on their understanding of the food pyramid and their learning process.