Healthy Nutrition Activity in Kindergarten: Children Learned Food Groups Through Games

The concept of balanced nutrition was explained in a simple and understandable way, emphasizing that different food groups should be consumed together for the body to function properly. Food groups were introduced using the Healthy Eating Plate model. Foods that provide energy included grains such as bread, rice, pasta, and potatoes. Foods that support growth and development included protein sources such as milk, yogurt, eggs, meat, and fish. Fruits and vegetables were explained as foods that help protect the body from illnesses. 

To ensure active participation, the program incorporated game-based learning methods. During the “Healthy Plate” activity, children created their own balanced plates using different food illustrations. Asst.Prof. Hande Nur Onur Ozturk stated that eating habits developed during early childhood form the foundation of healthy behaviors that continue throughout life. She emphasized that educational activities like this help children build a positive relationship with food. The event concluded as an interactive experience in which children both enjoyed themselves and learned the basic concepts of healthy nutrition.