Sometimes a little creativity is all that is required!

Who knew that a paper plate could turn into a unique and creative nutrition lesson? Students in Mrs. Ramirez's TK class had fun and learned about the importance of MyPlate.

Congratulations Bailey Bears for encouraging your students to eat foods from all five food groups!

MyPlate Craft, Bailey Elementary, Firebaugh, CA

Mrs. Alaniz's kindergarten class had fun learning about fruits and vegetables last month!

Looking for creative nutrition education ideas? check out our featured student artwork below!

Nutrition corners here, nutrition corners there, nutrition corners everywhere!!

All enrolled teachers are provided with a nutrition corner border to set up in their classroom to feature student work and create a healthy environment.

UC CalFresh is also getting nutrition corners up and running in cafeterias and other shared spaces on school campuses where they can be highlighted for all to see.

When you think about it, large companies spend a lot of money branding food to make it seem exciting and delicious. They get people excited about it, and that increases sales and consumption.

Let's join in this proven strategy, but with a twist-- let's promote healthy foods! Together we can create a healthy environment that gets students excited to try healthy foods and stay physically active! Who's with us??

Hazel M. Bailey Elementary, Firebaugh

Students at Bailey elementary are excited to see colorful posters hitting their cafeteria.

Lincoln Preschool, Fresno

Nutrition is a hit with preschool students at Lincoln Elementary.

Calwa Elementary, Fresno

Fourth and fifth grade students at Calwa who set and achieve their goals also have the opportunity to earn a bike from Off the Front.

For more on the Off the Front, visit there website.

Benavidez Elementary, Parlier

Staying healthy during the holidays can be hard. Students look to us as role models. There are tips posted on the nutrition corner for ways to keep the holidays healthy!

Each time a nutrition corner goes up, students flock to see what its all about. Engage your students in nutrition by starting one at your school!

This month's theme is healthy holiday celebrations.

The enthusiasm is building, won't you join us in creating a healthier school environment?