Family-Centered Curricula

On this page, find family-centered & intergenerational nutrition education curricula developed by the University of California. Curricula are organized by age group.

Visit the main CalFresh Healthy Living, UC Curriculum page for additional curricula and resources serving other audiences.

Eat and Play Together! (Grades 1-3 and Caregiver)
Eat and Play Together! is a nutrition and physical activity curriculum for 6-8 year old children and their caregivers. Families learn how healthy snacks and fun physical activity contribute to health. The curriculum is designed for child-adult pairs to learn about nutrition and fitness while having fun together. Curriculum can be used after school and with 4-H programs.
Language(s): English, Spanish
Delivery Method: Series
Number of Lessons: 4
Suggested Timeframe for Each Lesson: 45-60 minutes each
TWIGS: Teams with Intergenerational Support (Grades K-8)
Teams with Intergenerational Support (TWIGS) includes lessons that connect gardening with nutrition for children in K-8th grade. The focus is to positively influence participants’ food choices through the development and harvesting of a vegetable garden. Curriculum can be used during school, after school and with 4-H programs.
Language(s): English, Spanish
Delivery Method: Single session or series
Number of Lessons: 30
Suggested Timeframe for Each Lesson: 60-90 minutes

Using this form, programs can receive a discount when ordering the following curricula from the UC ANR Catalog: EatFit, Up4It!, Healthy Happy Families and Healthalicious
First order? Call 1-800-994-8849 or 530-400-0725 to setup your account.
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Email completed form to Masie Comtois at [email protected].

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