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April 14-18, 2025

Dallas, Texas

CACFP · Afterschool Meals · Summer Food

Head Start Track | CEU Specialty 1 | Beginner

Nutrition-Focused Activities for the Head Start Classroom

Do you find it challenging to engage children when educating them on what they're eating and why it's important? Hands-on activities enhance engagement in nutritional literacy while encouraging learning and providing a positive outlook on healthy foods that can last a lifetime. Get examples of activities and brainstorm new ones for implementation with Head Start in mind.

  1. Identify childhood nutritional needs.
  2. Discover ways to enhance learning and healthy eating habits.
  3. Review engaging classroom materials focused on nutritional health.

Presented by

Laura Sheffield 2025 Web Crop

Laura Sheffield, MS, RDN, LD

Associate Director of Child Development, Community Action Council – Lexington, KY

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