Cub Scout Den Meeting Outline -...
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Cub Scout Den Meeting Outline Month: May Week: 2 Core Value: Health & Fitness Tiger Wolf Bear Webelos Before the Meeting Gather materials for gathering and other activities, games and have home assignments (if any) ready. Gather materials for gathering and other activities, games and have home assignments (if any) ready. Gather materials for gathering and other activities, games and have home assignments (if any) ready. Gather materials for gathering and other activities, games and have home assignments (if any) ready. Gathering Junk Food or Not Word Search Opening Recipe for a Happy Family Opening Activities/Project Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion Game/Song Your Healthy Food is Served Business items/Take home Tiger 3Fb Wolf 8b-8e None Fitness 1-7 Closing Help Us Be Healthy Closing After the meeting Materials: Gathering: Copies of Word Search, pencils Opening: instructions, cards Activities/Project: instructions, crayons/markers, copies of “Coloring My Plate – with groups” and “Coloring My Plate – no groups”, copies of “Let’s Eat for the Health of It” Game: instructions, paper plates, scrap paper balls Closing: instructions Home assignments: See home assignment sheet
Transcript of Cub Scout Den Meeting Outline -...
Cub Scout Den Meeting Outline
Month May Week 2
Core Value Health amp Fitness
Tiger Wolf Bear Webelos
Before the Meeting Gather materials for
gathering and other activities
games and have home
assignments (if any) ready
Gather materials for
gathering and other activities
games and have home
assignments (if any) ready
Gather materials for
gathering and other activities
games and have home
assignments (if any) ready
Gather materials for
gathering and other activities
games and have home
assignments (if any) ready
Gathering Junk Food or Not Word Search
Opening Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
ActivitiesProject Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
GameSong Your Healthy Food is Served
Business itemsTake home Tiger 3Fb Wolf 8b-8e None Fitness 1-7
Closing Help Us Be Healthy Closing
After the meeting
Materials
Gathering Copies of Word Search pencils
Opening instructions cards
ActivitiesProject instructions crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate ndash with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate ndash no groupsrdquo copies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the
Health of Itrdquo
Game instructions paper plates scrap paper balls
Closing instructions
Home assignments See home assignment sheet
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
S U G A R
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Find the following words
Apples
Banana
Calories
Candy
Carrots
Chips
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
S U G A R K N W Q S G U E A J
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Fat
Healthy
Junk
Nutrients
Salt
Soda
Strawberries
Sugar
Vegetables
Vitamins
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
K N W Q S G U E A J
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Strawberries
Sugar
Vegetables
Vitamins
ldquoRecipe for a Happy Familyrdquo Opening
Materials
Cards with cooking images and what to say for several Cub Scouts to
hold up and read
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
Cub Scout 4 We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6 We need one cup of ability to follow directions
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll add more than what the recipe says
Cubmaster Wersquoll mix this all together and have our recipe for a happy family and wersquoll need to
make sure that we serve it to everyone Come join me in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Cub
Scout Promise
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
S U G A R
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Find the following words
Apples
Banana
Calories
Candy
Carrots
Chips
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
S U G A R K N W Q S G U E A J
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Fat
Healthy
Junk
Nutrients
Salt
Soda
Strawberries
Sugar
Vegetables
Vitamins
Junk Food or Not Word Search
S T V K A K Q S V C S D I M L
H E L I X N P A A W E Y U V Y
O V I S T I A R H J L D T A F
R M L R H A R N C I B N B S F
R M J C R O M Q A W A A T A E
X D X U T E E I S B T C S L I
Q H V S N A B T N W E X H T Z
K N W Q S G U E A J
R O I S Y E U S A N E O A L N
D V O N I T G O O R V M L S F
U D P R S E L P P A T N T W T
A V T C A L O R I E S S H L I
D U W X E R B H T L Q Y Y P L
N H I U G U K F D W E B H P W
T H R P Y Z G H W J U V Z Y I
Strawberries
Sugar
Vegetables
Vitamins
ldquoRecipe for a Happy Familyrdquo Opening
Materials
Cards with cooking images and what to say for several Cub Scouts to
hold up and read
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
Cub Scout 4 We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6 We need one cup of ability to follow directions
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll add more than what the recipe says
Cubmaster Wersquoll mix this all together and have our recipe for a happy family and wersquoll need to
make sure that we serve it to everyone Come join me in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Cub
Scout Promise
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
ldquoRecipe for a Happy Familyrdquo Opening
Materials
Cards with cooking images and what to say for several Cub Scouts to
hold up and read
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
Cub Scout 4 We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6 We need one cup of ability to follow directions
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll add more than what the recipe says
Cubmaster Wersquoll mix this all together and have our recipe for a happy family and wersquoll need to
make sure that we serve it to everyone Come join me in the Pledge of Allegiance and the Cub
Scout Promise
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 1 Here is the recipe for a happy family
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 2 First we need three cups of eagerness
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 3 Next we need two cups of laughter
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
COURTESY
KINDNESS
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 4
We also need two cups of courtesy and kindness
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 5 Here are two cups of helpfulness
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 6
We need one cup of the ability to follow directions
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
PATIENCE
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 7 Next we add a whole gallon of patience
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Cub Scout 8 Lastly we need three cups of love ndash but wersquoll
add more than what the recipe says
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
My Plate Discussion
Using the resource pages ldquoLetrsquos Eat For the Health of Itrdquo
discuss with the Cub Scouts how to color on their ldquoMy
Platerdquo sheets One sheet has the portion areas outlined
the other is a blank plate (use both)
Go over the important points of
1) Build a healthy plate
a Make half of your plate fruits and vegetables
b Switch to skim or 1 milk (not always something Cub Scouts can control)
c Make at least half of your grains whole
d Vary your protein sources
2) Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt
a Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
b Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdash it all adds up
c Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
3) Eat the right amount of calories for you
a Enjoy your food but eat less
b Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
c When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
d Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
4) Be physically active your way
Pick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a
time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time
being active
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Center for NutritionPolicy and Promotion
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Lets eat for the health of it
Grains
Dairy
Fruits
Vegetables Protein
ChooseMyPlategov
Start by choosing one or more tips to help you
Build a healthy plate
Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars
and salt
Eat the right amount of
calories for you
Be physically active your way
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
4Build a healthy plate Before you eat think about what goes on your plate or in your cup or bowl Foods like vegetables fruits whole grains low-fat dairy products and lean protein foods contain the nutrients you need without too many calories Try some of these options
Make half your plate fruits and vegetables
bull Eat red orange and dark-green vegetables such as tomatoes sweet potatoes and broccoli in main and side dishes
bull Eat fruit vegetables or unsalted nuts as snacksmdashthey are naturersquos original fast foods
Switch to skim or 1 milk
bull They have the same amount of calcium and other essential nutrients as whole milk but less fat and calories
bull Try calcium-fortified soy products as an alternative to dairy foods
Make at least half your grains whole
bull Choose 100 whole-grain cereals breads crackers rice and pasta
bull Check the ingredients list on food packages to find whole-grain foods
Vary your protein food choices
bull Twice a week make seafood the protein on your plate
bull Eat beans which are a natural source of fiber and protein
bull Keep meat and poultry portions small and lean
Keep your food safe to eatmdashlearn more at wwwFoodSafetygov
4Cut back on foods high in solid fats added sugars and salt Many people eat foods with too much solid fats added sugars and salt (sodium) Added sugars and fats load foods with extra calories you donrsquot need Too much sodium may increase your blood pressure
Choose foods and drinks with little or no added sugars
bull
bull
bull
Drink water instead of sugary drinks There are about 10 packets of sugar in a 12-ounce can of soda
Select fruit for dessert Eat sugary desserts less often
Choose 100 fruit juice instead of fruit-flavored drinks
Look out for salt (sodium) in foods you buymdashit all adds up
bull
bull
Compare sodium in foods like soup bread and frozen mealsmdashand choose the foods with lower numbers
Add spices or herbs to season food withoutadding salt
Eat fewer foods that are high in solid fats
bull
bull
bull
Make major sources of saturated fatsmdashsuch as cakes cookies ice cream pizza cheese sausages and hot dogsmdashoccasional choices not everyday foods
Select lean cuts of meats or poultry and fat-free or low-fat milk yogurt and cheese
Switch from solid fats to oils when preparing food
Examples of solid fats and oils
Solid Fats
Beef pork and chicken fat Butter cream and milk fat Coconut palm and palm kernel oils Hydrogenated oil Partially hydrogenated oil Shortening Stick margarine
Oils
Canola oil Corn oil Cottonseed oil Olive oil Peanut oil Safflower oil Sunflower oil Tub (soft) margarine Vegetable oil
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
4Eat the right amount of calories for youEveryone has a personal calorie limit Staying within yours can help you get to or maintain a healthy weight People who are successful at managing their weight have found ways to keep track of how much they eat in a day even if they donrsquot count every calorie
Enjoy your food but eat less
bull
bull
bull
bull
bull
Get your personal daily calorie limit at wwwChooseMyPlategov and keep that number in mind when deciding what to eat
Think before you eathellipis it worth the calories
Avoid oversized portions
Use a smaller plate bowl and glass
Stop eating when you are satisfied not full
Cook more often at home where you are in control of whatrsquos in your food
When eating out choose lower calorie menu options
bull
bull
bull
Check posted calorie amounts
Choose dishes that include vegetables fruits andor whole grains
Order a smaller portion or share when eating out
Write down what you eat to keep track of how much you eat
If you drink alcoholic beverages do so sensiblymdashlimit to 1 drink a day for women or to 2 drinks a day for men
4Be physically active your wayPick activities that you like and start by doing what you can at least 10 minutes at a time Every bit adds up and the health benefits increase as you spend more time being active
Note to parents
What you eat and drink and your level of physical activity are important for your own health and also for your childrens health
You are your childrenrsquos most important role model Your children pay attention to what you do more than what you say
You can do a lot to help your children develop healthy habits for life by providing and eating healthy meals and snacks For example donrsquot just tell your children to eat their vegetablesmdashshow them that you eat and enjoy vegetables every day
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Use food labels to help you make better choices Most packaged foods have a Nutrition Facts label and an ingredients list For a healthier you use this tool to make smart food choices quickly and easily
Check for calories Be sure to look at the serving size and how many servings you are actually consuming If you double the servings you eat you double the calories
Choose foods with lower calories saturated fat trans fat and sodium
Check for added sugars using the ingredients list When a sugar is close to first on the ingredients list the food is high in added sugars Some names for added sugars include sucrose glucose high fructose corn syrup corn syrup maple syrup and fructose
Dietary Guidelines for Americans The Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010 are the best science-based advice on how to eat for health The Guidelines encourage all Americans to eat a healthy diet and be physically active
Improving what you eat and being active will help to reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes heart disease some cancers and obesity Taking the steps in this brochure will help you follow the Guidelines
For more information go to
bull w wwDietaryGuidelinesgov
bull w wwChooseMyPlategov
bull w wwHealthgovpaguidelines
bull w wwHealthFindergov
Dietary Guidelines for Americans
US Department of Agriculture
US Department of Health and Human Services
wwwdietaryguidelinesgov
USDA Publication number Home and Garden Bulletin No 232-CP HHS Publication number HHS-ODPHP-2010-01-DGA-B
June 2011
The US Departments of Agriculture and Health and Human Services are equal opportunity providers and employers
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
ldquoYour Healthy Food is Servedrdquo Game
Materials
-Paper plate for each team
-Two or three small wads of paper (to represent food) for each
team
Divide Cub Scouts into teams of five people (more if needed ndash
but try to keep the team even in the number of Cub Scouts)
Each team will receive a paper plate and two or three wads of
paper The wads of paper will be placed on the paper plate
On ldquoGordquo the first member from each team will carry his plate
(waiter style) as fast as he can to a line on the other side of the
room and also return to his team As the Cub Scout carries his plate he
needs to shout out a food group (fruits vegetables grains dairy or protein)
The first player will hand off the plate to second player and the second player will carry the
plate (waiter style) as fast as he can to the line and then back The second player will also need
to shout out a food group ndash but it needs to be different from the food group that the first player
said
The first team to have all of their five players to have carried the plate and to have said all food
groups wins the race
Note If you have more than five players per team just have them repeat the food groups until
all of the Cub Scouts get a chance of carrying their plate as fast as they can
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials
None
Cubmaster
Today wersquove talked about food Wersquove talked about healthy food Wersquove talked
about junk food
Is it ever hard to eat healthy food When is it hard to eat healthy food When is it
easy to eat healthy food
[Listen to their answers Help them realize that we all have to make those choices
and making the right choice isnrsquot always easy We can do our best to choose to eat
healthy food and sometimes it helps if our families and friends are choosing to eat
healthy food with us]
Do your best to teach someone in your family today about what you learned
about healthy foods
Have a great week Cub Scouts
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
Name _______________
May Week 2
Home Assignment
___ Tiger 3Fb (see pages 55-56 Tiger Handbook)
___ Wolf 8b-8e (see pages 80-81 Wolf Handbook)
___ Webelos Fitness Activity Badge 1-7
(see pages 246-258 Webelos Handbook)
______________________________
Akelarsquos OK Date
Return this paper to the next Cub Scout meeting
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
TIGER DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
With the help of their Tiger Adult Partners Tiger Cubs will work on the word search called Junk Food or Not
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Tiger Cubs with help from their adult partners will learn about and discuss healthy eating and meal planning and color their own
ldquoplatesrdquo
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate- with groupsrdquo and ldquoColoring My Plate- no groupsrdquo Several balls to catch
masking tape for marking lines and ldquocopies of ldquoLetrsquos Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will participate in the Recipe for a Happy Family Opening ndash discussing how we
can do our part to help our families be happy
Materials flag opening cards
Tiger Cubs and their adult partners will play a game called Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls masking tape for marking lines
Tiger 3Fb
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WOLF DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Wolf 8b-8e
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
BEAR DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
None
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
WEBELOS DEN MEETING PROGRAM
BEFORE THE MEETING
GATHERING
OPENING
ACTIVITIES PROJECTS
GAME SONG
BUSINESS ITEMS TAKEHOME
CLOSING
AFTER THE MEETING
Use this form at a den leader meeting or at your monthly pack leaderrsquos meeting Include ways for the den chief and denner to help you in the den meeting
Junk Food or Not Word Search
Materials Copies of Junk Food or Not Word Search pencils
Coloring My Plate and My Plate Discussion
Materials crayonsmarkers copies of ldquoColoring My Plate-with groupsrdquo ldquoColoring My Plate-no groupsrdquo and ldquoLetrsquos
Eat for the Health of Itrdquo
Recipe for a Happy Family Opening
Materials flag opening cards
Your Healthy Food is Served
Materials paper plates scrap paper balls
Fitness 1-7
Gather materials for gathering and other activities games and have home assignments ready
Evaluate the meeting and review next weekrsquos plans
Help Us Be Healthy Closing
Materials None
DEN NO ____________________________ PACK NO__________________
MEETING PLACE ______________________________________________________
MONTH___May _________ WEEK__2 TIME ____________________
THIS MONTHS TOPIC Health amp FitnessMy PlateExerciseGames
