Pre-K Students Explore Healthy Eating Through Supermarket Field Trip By Deena AlReefy Marketing and Communications Specialist Published: 2024-10-31 03:24:48 Field trips play a crucial role in enhancing students' life experiences while supporting their social-emotional and language development. Recently, Pre-K students and teachers embarked on a visit to Alosra Supermarket to complement their lessons on healthy food choices. The trip was made even more special with the participation of several Grade 12 Student volunteers.Prior to the outing, students created a shopping list, which helped them learn the importance of planning and taking responsibility in a shopping context. This preparatory step set the stage for a meaningful experience at the supermarket.During their visit, the children engaged in identifying various types of food, differentiating between healthy and unhealthy options with enthusiasm. Armed with miniature shopping trolleys and their lists, the students actively participated in the shopping process.Upon returning to the classroom, the students and teachers collaborated to prepare various healthy snacks, further reinforcing the concepts discussed during the trip.The trip proved to be an effective and enjoyable learning experience, aimed at encouraging students to make informed choices about healthy eating in the future.