TEKS & Objectives
7.5.A recognize that radiant energy from the Sun is transformed into chemical energy through the process of photosynthesis; and
7.5.B diagram the flow of energy through living systems, including food chains, food webs, and energy pyramids.
7.12.B. identify the main functions of the systems of the human organism, including the circulatory, respiratory, skeletal, muscular, digestive, excretory, reproductive, integumentary, nervous, and endocrine systems;
We will explore how the digestive system breaks down food to give us chemical energy.
I will try a variety of new healthy foods.
1. Watch video.
Generation Genius How do we use food? (3-5)
2. Review vocabulary and complete quiz.
Photosynthesis This is the process of plants using sunshine to make sugar from carbon dioxide and water.
Healthy Food These have lots of nutrients to give us energy and grow and repair our bodies.
Unhealthy Food These are things like candy, chips, and soda, which are bad in large quantities.
Digestive System This is made up of the stomach, intestines, and other components. It allows us to break down food and absorb its nutrients.
3. Try a variety of new healthy foods.
- Have a taste test of lesser known fruits.
- Click the picture below for a slideshow of unusual fruits that are often available at the grocery store.
Speaking of body systems…
What is the best thing to put in a pie?
Your teeth
4. “Genius Challenge – How Do We Use Food”
