Curriculum Developer Talking Points

Posted on April 23, 2024

This document is a supporting document for the Arizona Health and Nutrition Curriculum Assessment Tool. If a curricula is evaluated and is considered "Meets with Modifications,"  outreach to curriculum developers may be needed to receive approval for modifications to align with Arizona health and nutrition curriculum standards while meeting curriculum fidelity. These example talking points are a guide and not an exhaustive list.

Arizona Health and Nutrition Curriculum Assessment Tool

Posted on April 23, 2024

The Arizona Health and Nutrition Curriculum Assessment Tool is a guide to be used in combination with the USDA Checklist for Evidence Based Approaches to evaluate how well a curriculum that meets SNAP-Ed evidence based program and practice requirements, aligns with the Language of Health and Trauma Informed Approaches. The AZ Health Zone State Implementation Team (SIT) will utilize this tool to review and select curricula to add to future versions of the approved curriculum list. Local Implementing Agencies (LIA) may also review curricula using this tool and share results with the SIT through the process outlined in the tool's directions. Note: The SIT currently reviews and adds curriculum to the approved curriculum list at the start of a new, five year grant cycle, with plans to review curriculum annually starting in FY26. Any LIA  submissions to SIT may not be reviewed until FY26.

Arizona Health and Nutrition Curriculum Assessment Tool – SAMPLE

Posted on April 23, 2024

This document is a sample completed version of the Arizona Health and Nutrition Curriculum Assessment Tool for users to see how to fill out the tool

Virtual Direct Education and SEEDS Tip Sheet

Posted on September 29, 2021

This tip sheet will assist you in entering your virtual Direct Education actions into SEEDS.

FY2021-FY2025 Approved Curriculum List

Posted on September 24, 2021

Approved Direct Education Curriculum List for FFY2021 - FFY2022

Eatfresh.org

Posted on November 20, 2020

Eatfresh.org is a website created by CalFresh (SNAP-Ed) and utilized by Leah's Pantry, the creators of Around the Table, Around the Table Nourishing Families (Caregiver), and FoodSmarts curricula. Recipes and Discover Foods pages are available to use with these curricula or in events. Lifestyle tip sheets can also be used if they align with Style Guide messaging. If assistance is needed when reviewing tip sheets, please contact the SIT Community Nutrition Specialist.

Food Smarts

Posted on October 21, 2020

Curriculum Description
Interactive, learner-centered curriculum for nutrition educator bringing programs to low-income audiences. Ideally a recipe is prepared during each lesson.

Audience: Grades 3rd-12th
Number of Lessons: 5-6
Lesson Length: About 60-90 minutes
Common Core: No
Language: English
Price: TBD
Embedded Assessment: Yes

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines
Food Smarts curriculum provides four options for lesson plans: five 60-minute lessons, five 90-minute lessons, six 60-minute lessons, or six 90-minute lessons. You may choose which lesson plan you would like to follow for your particular group, however lessons in the selected plan must be taught in sequence (not stand alone). Leah's Pantry facilitator training is required.

Around the Table Nourishing Families (Caregiver)

Posted on October 7, 2020

Curriculum Description
Holistic, trauma-sensitive nutrition education workshop based curricula designed for teens, young adults or parents/caregivers of children to spend time cooking, sharing and exploring how to best nourish body and mind.

Audience: Adults
Number of Lessons: 6
Lesson Length: About 90 minutes
Common Core: N/A
Language: English & Spanish
Price: TBD
Embedded Assessment: Yes

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines
Around the Table curriculum consists of six lessons, to be taught in sequence (not stand alone). Kitchen or facility with room for hands-on food preparation required. Facilitator training required prior to implementing. Two facilitators are recommended. Adult DE evaluation is required for FY21.

Around the Table (Youth/High School)

Posted on October 7, 2020

Curriculum Description
Holistic, trauma-sensitive nutrition education workshop based curricula designed for teens, young adults or parents/caregivers of children to spend time cooking, sharing and exploring how to best nourish body and mind.

Audience: High School
Number of Lessons: 6
Lesson Length: About 90 minutes
Common Core: No
Language: English
Price: TBD
Embedded Assessment: Yes

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines
Around the Table curriculum consists of six lessons, to be taught in sequence (not stand alone). Kitchen or facility with room for hands-on food preparation required. Facilitator training required prior to implementing. Two facilitators are recommended.

Seed to Supper

Posted on October 1, 2018

Curriculum Description

Seed to Supper is a six week classroom-based beginning gardening curriculum developed by Oregon Food Bank in collaboration with Oregon State University Extension. The goal of the program is to increase food security of low-income audiences by providing training in beginning vegetable gardening. The curriculum uses structured PowerPoint slide sets, a participant workbook, and time for instructor/student Q&A. Materials to train volunteer teachers from the community are also provided.

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines

Seed to Supper lessons are not stand-alone and must be taught in the sequence provided. Participants should be provided with the course booklet plus additional resources educators use to supplement their teaching. The pre- and post-program survey included in the curriculum is required. The curriculum is flexible to meet participants' needs. For example, there is a presentation on container gardening that may be useful to urban gardeners.

Junior Master Gardener – Level 2

Posted on September 17, 2018

Curriculum Description

The Junior Master Gardener (JMG) Level 2 Operation Thistle module allows students to participate in novel, hands-on activities focusing on Plant Growth and Development. Students will work as a group to complete lessons in each of learning concepts in the guide then work independently to complete activities which are found within the mission briefs and mission option pages. JMG Level Two combines Teacher/Leader Guide and reproducible pages of independent student “handbook” activities into a single book. This premier program encourages youth to take part service projects in their community.

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines

Lessons may be used individually as stand-alone lessons. The program can be implemented in schools, after-school programs, or other groups interested in young gardeners. Teaching multiple activities within a teaching concept is recommended. Please note: JMG Level 2 Operation Water is not approved for AZ Health Zone use.

Eat in Season Flyers

Posted on November 14, 2017

Use these guides to find which fruits and vegetables are in season in Arizona. Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall are all included in this zipped file.

Botany on Your Plate

Posted on November 1, 2017

Curriculum Description

Botany on Your Plate is a life science unit that inspires children to explore the fascinating realm of plants we eat. Every lesson begins with plant tastings that spark curiosity, interesting question, and social dialogue to fuel the learning process. This inquiry approach engages children as botanists observing and collecting data, discussing findings, and reflecting on what they learn as they study edible roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds.

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines

Lessons #1 and #8 are recommended. Lessons #2-7 are required. The lessons are designed to be implemented in sequence. These lessons are not stand alone.  Lessons can be taught in 30 minutes, but 60 minutes is recommended.

Learn, Grow, Eat & Go!

Posted on November 1, 2017

Curriculum Description

Learn, Grow, Eat & Go! (LGEG) is a 10-week unit of study (two lessons per week) that is hands-on, multi-faceted, and academically rich. It combines the interdisciplinary elements of nutrition, garden science, physical activity, food preparation, and fresh vegetable tastings to improve the health and wellness of children, families, and the school community.

Curriculum Implementation Guidelines

• The lessons are designed to be implemented in sequence. These lessons are not stand alone.
• This curriculum guides each class in planning and planting a garden. The size of the garden may be modified according to the curriculum.
• At least six food exposures are recommended. Two Garden Kitchen recipe demonstrations are recommended. Ten Go Strong classroom exercises are recommended (one per week).  “Growing further” lesson extensions are optional.

Brighten the Family Table – Veggie & Fruit Journal

Posted on September 13, 2017

In an effort to brighten your table, we've supplied you with a weekly journal to keep track of your vegetables and fruits. Simply check off the boxes and try to eat a variety of vegetables and fruits to brighten your day.

Menu Planner Sample

Posted on September 12, 2017

Menu Planner Blank

Posted on September 12, 2017

Grocery List Sample

Posted on September 12, 2017

Grocery List Blank

Posted on September 12, 2017

Mealtime is Family Time – Family Picnic Game_EN_ES

Posted on September 12, 2017

“I’m going on a picnic and I’m bringing…” The first person to go completes the sentence with a word that starts with “A.” The next person repeats what the first person said and adds a word that starts with “B.” Continue through the alphabet until you can’t think of any more things to bring on your picnic! Game When you’re finished, draw your favorite picnic items on the table below