BREAK-the-FAST

A Guide for breaking those fast pace mornings

A

program designed by UWSP HPW 300 Students

BREAK-the-FAST

Introduction

Goal:

The goal of “BREAK-the-FAST” is to educate students at the Fernandez Center for Learning on the importance of eating a healthy, nutrient-dense breakfast.

Objectives:

At the conclusion of “BREAK-the-FAST,” students at the Fernandez Center for Learning will be able to:

1. Differentiate between nutrient-dense and empty-calorie breakfasts.2. Demonstrate the ability to create a weekly meal plan of healthy,

convenient breakfasts that are within their budget.3. Accurately state what nutrients they should be eating to meet the

recommended guidelines.4. Describe the benefits of eating a healthy, nutrient-dense breakfast

every morning.

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BREAK-the-FAST

Program AgendaI. Introductions (2 minutes)

II. Icebreaker: Alphabet Scrambled Eggs (10 minutes)

III. Introduction to nutrients: Powerpoint (5-10 minutes)A. Importance of eating breakfast - research B. Guidelines for high school students C. Nutrient Recommendations

IV. Groceries Galore Activity (15 minutes)

V. Brochures and Questions (4 minutes)

VI. No Excuses Activity (10 minutes)

VII. Plan to Break-the-Fast! Activity (10 minutes)

VIII. Summary and Questions (2 minutes)

IX. Evaluations (5 minutes)

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BREAK-the-FASTMaterials and Supplies

Alphabet note cards for icebreaker activity Food cartons and/or pictures of healthy foods for “Groceries Galore”

Activityo Eggso Oatmealo Fruit (bananas, oranges, apple, etc.)o Yogurto Spinacho Flaxseed o Peanut Buttero Vegetables (spinach, peppers, onions, etc.)o Whole grain cerealo Whole grain bagels/breado Cottage cheeseo Potatoes o Milko Juiceo Nutso Granolao Etc.

Take-home brochures Pens/pencils Program evaluations Breakfast discussion cards for “No Excuses” Activity Breakfast meal planning sheets for “Plan to Break-the-Fast” Activity

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BREAK-the-FASTTable of Contents

Goals & Objectives.………………………………………………………….…….…………………………………….….….1.

Program Agenda………………………………………………………………………………………………………..….……..2

Materials & Supplies Checklist………………………………………………………………………….…..…….…..3

Icebreaker Activity……………………………………………………………………………..………….………….….….4

Alphabet Cards for Icebreaker Activity……………………………………………………………………….5

Introduction to Nutrients Powerpoint………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….………...6

Groceries Galore Activity……………………………………….…………………………………………………..…….7

No Excuses Activity ………………………………………………………………..…………………………….…..………8

No Excuses Activity Cards………………………………………………………………………………………………..9

BREAK-the-FAST Brochure……………………………………………………………..……………………..……….10

Plan to BREAK-the-FAST Activity……………………………….………………………………………………….11

Meal Plan template for Plan to BREAK-the-FAST Activity……………………………………….12

Program Evaluation…………………………………………………………………………………………….……………….13

References……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………14

BREAK-the-FASTIcebreaker: Alphabet

Scrambled EggsActivity:

Depending on the number of students either:o Give each student an alphabet card (small group)o OR send around a pile of alphabet cards and have each student

choose a card as it is passed around (larger group) Have the student name a healthy breakfast food that begins with the

letter of their card Have the student name what food group it belongs to

Conclusion:

The purpose of this activity is to show that there are many healthy breakfast choices

Ideas of different healthy breakfast food items if participants have trouble:

A – Apple I - ? Q – Quinoa Y - Yogurt

B – Banana J - Jelly R – Raisins Z – Zucchini bread

C – Cereal K – Kale S – Spinach

D – Deviled eggs L - ? T - Tomatoes

E – Eggs M – Muffin U - ?

F – French toast N – Nuts V - Venison

G – Granola O – Oatmeal W - Watermelon

H – Ham P - Potatoes X - ? 4

BREAK-the-FastGrocery Galore

Purpose: The purpose of this activity is to demonstrate that healthy breakfasts can be simple, delicious, and conveniently made with minimal nutrient-dense ingredients.

Timeframe: 15 minutes

Materials: Empty food containers and/or pictures/cutouts of healthy breakfast

foods

Process: 1. Place the empty food containers/pictures on a table so that the

students can see them.2. Have the students break into teams of 3-5 (depending on how many

participants there are). There should be at least 3 teams.3. Have each team choose 5 items that they can create a healthy meal or

meals from the table of “food”.4. Ask each team to share what meal or meals they would make from

their “food” products.

Discussion: What did you learn about creating a healthy breakfast? I’m glad I participated because.... How will this change the way you grocery shop?

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BREAK-the-FASTNo Excuses

Purpose: The purpose of this activity is to talk about how breakfast can be overlooked and to find a solution for the excuses that people give for not eating breakfast.Timeframe: 15 minutesProcess:

1. Have the students break into four groups (the size of the groups will depend on the size of the class).

2. Give each group 2 breakfast discussion cards.a. Examples of the statements on the cards:

i. “I’m not hungry first thing in the morning.”ii. “I’m trying to lose weight so I don’t eat breakfast.”iii. “I find breakfast boring.”iv. “I don’t have time for breakfast in the morning.”v. “I am given money for breakfast but I don’t use it because

I’m saving up for something I want to buy.”vi. “I’d rather have 10 extra minutes in bed.”vii. “I just snack during the morning instead of eating

breakfast.”viii. “I don’t like toast and breakfast cereals.”

3. Have the students find solutions to the excuses on the discussion cards.

4. Have each group share their solutions to the excuses on the cards.Discussion:

What did you learn about the excuses that people give for not eating breakfast?

I’m glad I participated because... Will you stop using excuses and find a solution that works for you to

eat breakfast?

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BREAK-the-FAST

Plan to Break-the-Fast!

Purpose: The purpose of this activity is for students to demonstrate the ability to create a well-balanced breakfast according to MyPlate recommendations.

Timeframe: 10 minutes

Materials: Meal planning sheets.

Process: 1. Hand out one meal planning sheet to each student.2. Have the students fill out what they would eat for breakfast

each day of the week.1. Walk around to ensure that they are incorporating

foods from each food group to maximize nutrient intake.

3. Ask a few students to share what they planned to eat for the week and how it would be possible for them.

Discussion: What did you learn about using variety to create a healthy

breakfast for a whole week? I’m glad I participated because.... Will this allow you to be better prepared to eat breakfast

daily?

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BREAK-the-FASTProgram Evaluation

Please take a moment to give feedback on the presenters and the content of

BREAK- the- FAST.

1. How satisfied were you with the information given in the presentation on a scale of 1 – 5 (1 = lowest; 5 = highest). Please explain.

2. Were the presenters well-prepared?

3. Please rate the presenters on a scale from 1 – 5 (1 = lowest; 5 = highest).

a. Knowledge 1 2 3 4 5b. Enthusiasm 1 2 3 4 5c. Organization 1 2 3 4 5

4. Do you feel that you are more aware of the benefits of eating breakfast after participating in this presentation?

5. Are you more likely to eat breakfast in the morning after participating in this program? Please explain.

6. Would you recommend this program to a friend?

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BREAK-the-FASTReferences

Batra, Sukhsatej. Empty-Calorie Foods vs. Nutrient-Dense Foods. SFGATE. Retrieved from http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/emptycalorie-foods-vs-nutrientdense-foods-1350.html

Eight tips for healthy eating - Live Well - NHS Choices. (n.d.). Retrieved November 06, 2016, from http://www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Goodfood/Pages/eight-tips-healthy-eating.aspx

Home - Food a fact of life. (n.d.). Retrieved November 13, 2016, from http://www.foodafactoflife.org.uk/index.aspx

MyPlate. (2016). Retrieved November 06, 2016, from https://www.choosemyplate.gov/MyPlate

(n.d.). Student Activities for Breakfast Time - Breakfast in the Classroom. Retrieved November 15, 2016, from http://breakfastintheclassroom.org/for-districts/toolkits/student-activities-for-breakfast-time/

Williams, Kaleigh. (2016). Eat a Healthy Breakfast. Hunter’s Heroes. Retrieved from https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwivvuPM65TQAhVS5mMKHZuYBZAQjRwIBw&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.huntersheroes2013.com%2Fsingle-post%2F2016%2F02%2F09%2F1-Eat-a-Healthy-Breakfast&psig=AFQjCNHPq9E-ZurZdaQrStmOwd-R-3WCfw&ust=1478545925583765

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