Dads Around the Table

This evidence-based nutrition education curriculum is designed for leading a workshop series with fathers and father-figures. Participants learn how to apply basic nutrition concepts and holistic strategies for good health, navigating the food environment, and feeding their children. 

Participant Goals

• Learn how to choose nutritious foods and how to prepare them
• Learn feeding strategies to reduce mealtime stress and drama
• Find routines that help with managing time and budget
• Strengthen their ability to model well-being and nutritional health for their family
• Build self-awareness and confidence

Activity Highlights: 

• Supportive interactions and discussions
• Solve real-life family nutrition challenges
• Skills for maintaining healthy relationships with food, family, and community
• Cooking or recipe demonstration of family-friendly recipes.

Audiences:

• Fathers or father-figures, including teen fathers, grandfathers, and fathers re-gaining custody of their children

Settings:

• In-Person (recommended)
• Virtual
• Community space—no kitchen required

Curriculum Materials:

• Instructor Guide
• Participant Workbook
• Lesson Slides

Research and Outcome Evaluation Data:

• Contact curriculum@leahspantry.org

Links:

• Dads Around the Table preview
• Download the Dads Around the Table Curriculum One-Pager as a PDF