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How Does Parent Nutrition Education Change What Children Bring For Lunch?, Theresa A. Brandl
How Does Parent Nutrition Education Change What Children Bring For Lunch?, Theresa A. Brandl
Masters of Arts in Education Action Research Papers
Abstract The intent of this action research was to see if parent nutrition education changed what parents packed in their children’s lunches. This study was conducted at a Colorado Montessori school enrolling infants through kindergartners. Data sources included teacher observation before and after the nutrition classes, a pre-class parental survey on nutrition knowledge and topic needs, a teacher journal, and a post-class evaluation. Results showed that after the class, five out of seven students’ lunches changed 20 to 60%. Parents incorporated ideas learned from the class and ways to entice picky eaters. Based on this action research project, the school …