Early Childhood Nutrition and Wellness

This module focuses on Early Childhood Nutrition and Wellness within Supporting Nutrition, Health, and Physical Activity in Early Childhood Education. The module concentrates on Hydration, Obesity, and Developmentally appropriate curriculum. Learners move through Booster Program Review Process. Key topics include Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers, When taking the children outside, whether to the playground or just on a walk, it is good practice to bring some type of water source with you, and Healthy Habits Handwashing before and after meals, including snack, is an important habit to instill in young children.

Why this module matters

It helps learners connect Early Childhood Nutrition and Wellness to the broader course path in Supporting Nutrition, Health, and Physical Activity in Early Childhood Education. Learners build working familiarity with Hydration, Obesity, and Developmentally appropriate curriculum. The lessons stay grounded in concrete examples and explanations tied to this module's core topics. Learners can check understanding throug….

What this module covers

  • Hydration
  • Obesity
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers.
  • When taking the children outside, whether to the playground or just on a walk, it is good practice to bring some type of water source with you.
  • Identify appropriate food groups for children ages 2 to 5 using the MyPlate system

Topical takeaways

  • Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers.
  • When taking the children outside, whether to the playground or just on a walk, it is good practice to bring some type of water source with you.
  • Healthy Habits Handwashing before and after meals, including snack, is an important habit to instill in young children.

Lesson arc

  1. Booster Program Review Process (1 min)

    Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers.

    • Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers.
    • When taking the children outside, whether to the playground or just on a walk, it is good practice to bring some type of water source with you.
    • Healthy Habits Handwashing before and after meals, including snack, is an important habit to instill in young children.

Key concepts

  • Hydration
  • Obesity
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • Gross motor skills
  • Food allergies
  • Cultural diversity
  • Home-school connection
  • Nut-free environment

Practice and assessment

Learners reinforce this module through 10 quiz questions and a supporting glossary covering 8 key terms, with practice centered on Select all of the actions that are appropriate for early childhood teachers.

Concept glossary

Hydration
The brain needs to be hydrated in order to function properly, and young children should be encouraged to drink water throughout the day, especially in warm weather.
Obesity
A rising concern in young children and the health issues it is causing that has affected how early childhood educators approach health, nutrition, and physical activity.
Developmentally appropriate curriculum
A curriculum that integrates nutrition, health, and physical activity in ways that are suitable for children's developmental stages and lays the foundation for a healthy lifestyle.
Gross motor skills
Physical abilities involving large muscle groups that develop through activities like climbing, jumping, and dancing in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Food allergies
Adverse immune responses to certain foods that ECE teachers need to be aware of, with children's names and allergy types posted for adult reference.
Cultural diversity
The variety of family traditions and food practices present in early childhood programs that teachers need to be aware of and respect.
Home-school connection
A partnership between families and teachers where they communicate about nutrition, physical activities, and healthy habits to support children's development both at home and school.
Nut-free environment
A setting where nuts and nut by-products are prohibited due to common food allergies in children, which many programs and public schools have adopted.

Continue to the full course

Supporting Nutrition, Health, and Physical Activity in Early Childhood Education is the parent course for this module. Use the full course page for pricing, certificate details, and the full curriculum.

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