Child Nutrition & Wellness Kansas State Department of Education Presents The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board! Participant Booklet A Class for CACFP Sponsors and Providers This class was developed by Child Nutrition & Wellness, Kansas State Department of Education. Class content and activities were adapted from the following sources: The Whole Grain Choo-Choo Train Lesson Plan, Mary Stickney, Florida Department of Health The Whole Grain Choo-Choo Train, Kathy Reeves, MS, RD, LD, Mary Stickney, MA, RD, LD, Diane Bowden, MPH, RD, LD, Illustrated by Rob Gelhardt, Florida WIC and Florida Department of Health. Go With Whole Grains for Kids, Bell Institute of Health and Nutrition, General Mills, http://www.bellinstitute.com/ResourceDetail.aspx?ResourceId=717&PageId=81&SubPageId=65 USDA/FNS, Whole Grains: Tips and Guidance for Moms (4-19-12) Sarah Malburg, A Preschool Theme on Bread& Baking, 6/6/2012. Go Whole Grains, Culinary Course, KSDE Hearty Whole Grain Breads, National Food Service Management Institute, The University of Mississippi. Alastair Bland, What Makes Whole-Grain Bread So Hard to Bake?, Smithsonian.com, 9-25-2013. Recipes from America’s Breadbasket, Kansas Wheat Commission The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board, KSDE Culinary Techniques for Heathy School Meals, National Food Service Institute, The University of Mississippi TeamNutrition.usda.gov, Recipes for Healthy Kids Cookbook for Homes Facts About Kansas Wheat, Kansas Wheat, www.kansaswheat.org Brown Rice Basics, US Rice Federation Oats, Dictionary of American History | 2003 | Encyclopedia.com Fun Facts About Corn, Stumblerz.com, 3-17-2009 GrainChain.com This publication has been funded at least in part with Federal funds from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service. The contents of this publication do not necessarily reflect the views or policies of the Department, nor does mention of trade names, commercial products, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government. Kansas State Department of Education Dr. Randy Watson Commissioner, 785-296-3202 Dale M. Dennis, Deputy Commissioner Fiscal & Administrative, 785-296-3871 Brad Neuenswander, Deputy Commissioner Division of Learning Services, 785-296-2303 For further information, please contact: Child Nutrition & Wellness, Kansas State Dept. of Education, Landon State Office Building, 900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 251, Topeka, Kansas 66612, 785-296-2276, Fax: 785-296-0232, www.kn-eat.org, Cindy L. Johnson, Training Coordinator, [email protected]. 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Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, by fax (202) 690-7442 or email at [email protected]. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies at the Kansas Department of Education: KSDE General Counsel, Landon State Office Building, 900 SW Jackson Street, Suite 251, Topeka, KS 66612, (785) 296-3201. Publication Date: Fall 2014 * The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board! * Participant Booklet Table of Contents Whole Grains ......................................................................................................... Page 1 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans ......................................................... Page 2 MyPlate .................................................................................................................. Page 3 About Whole Grains and Whole Grain Rich ........................................................... Page 4 Look at the Package and Read the Label .............................................................. Page 5 Sounds or Looks Whole Grain ............................................................................... Page 6 Are These Products Whole Grain Rich? ............................................................... Page 12 Whole Grain Ideas for Breakfast .......................................................................... Page 13 Whole Grain Ideas for Snacks .............................................................................. Page 14 Getting Whole Grains on Board Menu Activity ..................................................... Page 15 Recipes to Test & Try Stir Fried Green Rice, Eggs and Turkey Ham Recipe ..................................... Page 16 Chic Penne Recipe ......................................................................................... Page 17 Whole Wheat Sugar Cookie Recipe ................................................................ Page 18 Whole Wheat Banana Bread Recipe .............................................................. Page 19 Whole Wheat Muffin Recipe ........................................................................... Page 20 Using Whole Grains Council Website ................................................................... Page 21 Bulletin Board Themes ......................................................................................... Page 24 Activity Pages…………………………………………………………………………...Page 25 Wordless Book………………………………………………………………………….Page 27 Lesson Plan Booklets……………………………………………………………… . Page 29 Quiz………………………………………………………………………………………Page Child Nutrition & Wellness Kansas State Department of Education This page intentionally left blank. Whole Grains… Contain all 3 edible parts of the kernel in the same proportion as they occur growing naturally in a field; the inner endosperm, the outer bran, and the germ. Refined Flours… Contain only the endosperm. Endosperm Bran Source of graphic: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education Germ The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board! * Child Nutrition & Wellness, KSDE 1 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Following are the key recommendations that were put forth in the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Consume a healthy eating pattern that accounts for all foods and beverages within an appropriate calorie level. A healthy eating pattern includes: o A variety of vegetables from all of the subgroups—dark green, red and orange, legumes (beans and peas), starchy, and other. o Fruits, especially whole fruits. o Grains, at least half of which are whole grains. o Fat-free or low-fat dairy, including milk, yogurt, cheese, and/or fortified soy beverages. o A variety of protein foods, including seafood, lean meats and poultry, eggs, legumes (beans and peas), and nuts, seeds, and soy products. o Oils. A healthy eating pattern limits: Saturated fats and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium o Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from added sugar. o Consume less than 10 percent of calories per day from saturated fats. o Consume less than 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day of sodium. o If alcohol is consumed, it should be in moderation—up to one drink per day for women and up to two drinks per day for men—and only by adults of legal drinking age. Meet the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans. See more at: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/snapshot-2015-2020-dietary-guidelines- americans#guidelines Source: Key Recommendations: Components of Healthy Eating Patterns – 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/chapter-1/key-recommendations/ The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board! * Child Nutrition & Wellness, KSDE 2 MyPlate MyPlate uses a place setting to illustrate the five different food groups and it is designed to remind Americans to eat healthy. More information is available at www.ChooseMyPlate.gov The Whole Grain Train, Get On Board! * Child Nutrition & Wellness, KSDE 3 About Whole Grains and Whole Grain Rich Benefits of Whole Grains Whole grains contain important nutrients including B-vitamins, vitamin E, magnesium, iron, copper and fiber. Consumption of whole grains can decrease the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes and some cancers. Including whole grains in meals increases satiety and may aid in weight management. Examples of Whole Grains Brown rice & wild rice Buckwheat Bulgur (cracked wheat) Millet Oats/oatmeal Muesli Popcorn Quinoa (keen-wah) Whole cornmeal Sorghum Whole wheat flour Whole grain barley Amaranth Whole rye Whole Grain Rich – 50% or more Whole grains rich products contain at least 50% of grains by weight from whole grains or 8 grams of whole grains per ounce of product.