Modeling Good Nutrition in the Montessori Classroom

Take a look at the headlines today and you are sure to be barraged by the articles on the ever growing problem of obesity. It seems as if it’s becoming an epidemic in many parts of the developing world. Children are confused by TV and radio ads touting fast food and sugar laden foods as well as “low-fat”, “fat-free”, “low-carb” and “trans-fat free” products. In addition to that, there are constant ads for diets, weight loss “wraps”, and gastric surgery.

As Montessorians, our purpose is to educate and prepare children for life. As childhood obesity continues to rise (as well as the diseases that follows it), we should strive to educate our children at an early age so as to help stop the spread of this condition. By educating both the child and the family, we are providing them with the necessary tools for living a healthy life.