What is a Calorie? (Member Created Video)
1:20
Grades: 3 - 8
Video Description: Learn about the energy in a calorie.
Type of Video: Topical*
Unique Video ID: Health-2**
Quick Ideas for Using the Video:
- After watching the video instruct students to make a list of the top five snacks they eat during the week. This could also be favorite snacks they only eat on occasion. Once they have their list instruct them to research how many calories each snack contains and how many calories they would be taking in if they ate these snacks every day. How much weight do the students predict they would gain if they are not exercising? Allow the students to discuss their findings and talk about the importance of a balanced diet.
*Topical videos are filmed on location in the classroom/workspace/laboratory, in studio, or a combination of both to explain and/or demonstrate specific concepts, events, topics, or processes.
**The unique Video ID can be used to quickly locate a single video in the ET collection. This search function is designed to let teachers assign students to watch a specific video and have only that video appear as a search result. Just click on Search and choose “By Video ID.” Then type in the Video ID as it appears above. Be sure to include the dash.
