Nutrition and Physical Activity · JHS2 Physical Education…

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B8.1.1.1.1

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Identify at least four factors that influence the choice of food and eating habits, including misconceptions, religion, age and state of health.
Explain how each identified factor affects what a person eats and when they eat, in relation to sports and physical activity.
Discuss in small groups how good and bad eating habits affect performance in sports and physical activity.
Present a short oral report to the class on the effects of eating habits on physical activity participation.
Evaluate the quality and validity of nutrition information from different sources, distinguishing reliable guidance from common misconceptions.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Health Education (Strand 1)
Sub-strand: Nutrition and Physical Activity (1.1)
Content standard: B8.1.1.1 - Demonstrate understanding of the factors that influence the choice of food and feeding habits in relation to participation in sports and physical activity
Indicator: B8.1.1.1.1 - Examine the factors that influence the choice of food and eating habits in relation to participation in physical activity
Suggested placement: Term 1, Week 1 (Week 1 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Physical Education and Health, Common Core Programme (JHS1-JHS3), 2023, p. 21
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

1. In small groups, discuss the factors that influence the choice of food and eating habits including misconceptions, religion, age and state of health.
2. Research (through books, internet, etc.) and do a 5-minute oral presentation in small groups on the effects of good and bad eating habits on participation in sports and physical activity.