English National Curriculum - Science Science
Mission Objectives
Name the 7 nutrient groups
Identify which food groups contain which nutrients
Describe how each nutrient is used in the body
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Words and meanings to learn
nutrients
something that we eat or drink that helps living organisms to live and grow
protein
a key nutrient; important for cell growth and repair
lipids
fats and oils that act as long term energy stores in the body
vitamins
important chemicals that are needed in very small amounts to prevent deficiency
minerals
naturally occurring nutrients needed by the body which are not made by living plants or animals
Rebecca studied Psychology at the University of York before working in a variety of roles - in both the UK and internationally - where she assisted individuals with neurodegenerative and developmental conditions. She then completed her science teacher training with the National STEM centre, Royal Society of Chemistry and the Association for Science Education. Rebecca teaches biology and chemistry at Key Stage 4 and general science at Key Stage 3, and has also ran neuroscience and eco clubs at her school.
Resources: Scissors, backing card, the handout and a stopwatch/timer.
Handout: A series of activities on nutrient groups.
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