MyPlate, My State
Find out what foods are grown where you live.
Total time:
62 min
Staff info:
1144 members did this activity
What you'll need
Computer or Mobile Device
Pencil & Paper
Step 1
10 min
Check the Map
Go to https://www.choosemyplate.gov/myplate-mystate, and click on your state.
Step 2
10 min
What Does Your State Produce?
Look at all of the different foods your state is known for. Pick one or two foods that are unfamiliar to you.
Step 3
10 min
Get the Dirt
Research the food you chose from your state. Things you might want to learn more about are:
- What are the health benefits of the food?
- What food group is it part of?
- How would you prepare or cook it?
Step 4
30 min
Show Off Your State's Food
Share what you’ve learned about the new foods you discovered from your state. Make an ad, infographic or poster about your food. You can even try the food yourself if you can get it. Take a photo of your food.
Step 5
2 min
Save and Submit
Upload your ad, infographic or photo to earn a star.
Activity Complete?
Let your facilitator know you've completed this activity to earn points and badges.
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Food IRL
+15Points
Made something great?
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+25Points
Develop Skills
Level-up these skills when you complete this activity:
Choose Healthy Foods
Cultural Awareness