Early Childhood - Connecticut State Department of Education
Early Childhood - Connecticut State Department of Education
Early Childhood - Connecticut State Department of Education
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Nutrition and Health 11<br />
The preschool years are a time when children learn to eat and enjoy a variety <strong>of</strong> foods. In pleasant surroundings, with patient, supportive adults, young<br />
children eventually learn to enjoy most foods. Preschool children need fewer calories but the same variety <strong>of</strong> foods that older children and adults require.<br />
MyPyramid can suggest meal and snack choices for young children. By paying attention to their bodies, children learn to eat the right amount without<br />
overeating. It’s up to children to choose how much to eat from what is <strong>of</strong>fered. It’s up to adults to decide what foods to <strong>of</strong>fer children and when.<br />
Children develop their attitudes, beliefs, and eating habits from other people: parents, childcare providers, older siblings, and other caregivers. Role modeling<br />
is a powerful tool for helping children learn about healthful eating and active living. Hands-on experiences with food help children explore and enjoy a<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> foods.<br />
USDA 2002<br />
145<br />
HELPFUL TERMS<br />
NUTRITION GOALS<br />
DEVELOPMENTAL APPROPRIATENESS<br />
INVOLVING CHILDREN<br />
SIX BEST PRACTICES
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