Food kindergarten

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What is food?

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Food is anything that we eat or drink to give us energy and nutrients.

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Why do we need food?

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We need food to grow, stay healthy, and have energy to play and learn.

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What are the main food groups?

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The main food groups are fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and dairy.

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What is a fruit?

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A fruit is a sweet or sour food that grows on trees or plants, like apples and bananas.

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What is a vegetable?

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A vegetable is a plant part that we eat, like carrots, broccoli, and spinach.

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What is a grain?

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Grains are small seeds that we eat, like rice, wheat, and oats.

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What is protein?

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Protein is a nutrient found in foods like meat, beans, and nuts that helps our bodies grow.

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What is dairy?

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Dairy is food made from milk, like cheese, yogurt, and butter.

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What is a healthy meal?

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A healthy meal includes foods from different food groups, like a sandwich with vegetables and fruit.

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What is a snack?

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A snack is a small amount of food we eat between meals, like an apple or some crackers.