Diego's Tasty Goal
by
Thomas
A story about Food
for your 2nd Grader.
Diego was the star of his school's soccer team. He loved the thrill of the game, the cheers from the crowd, and the feeling of the ball hitting the back of the net. But one day, during a crucial match, Diego felt his energy drain away. He couldn't run as fast, and his shots were weak.
After the game, his teacher, Mrs. Garcia, approached him. 'Diego,' she said, 'you're a fantastic player, but today you seemed tired. Maybe you need to eat healthier meals to keep your energy up.' Diego looked puzzled. He loved his mom's cooking and his snacks. How could they be the problem?
That evening, Diego shared Mrs. Garcia's advice with his parents. His mom smiled and said, 'Maybe we can try some new recipes, Diego. Eating a variety of foods can help you stay strong and energetic.' Diego felt a little nervous but agreed to give it a try.
The next day, Diego's mom packed him a lunchbox filled with colorful fruits, vegetables, and a whole grain sandwich. Diego was surprised. 'It looks different, but let's see how it tastes,' he thought.
At lunchtime, his friends noticed his new meal. 'What's that, Diego?' they teased. 'Are you on a diet?' Diego felt embarrassed but remembered his goal. 'No, I'm just trying something new,' he replied, taking a bite of his sandwich.
The next few days were tough. Diego missed his old snacks and was tempted by the candy at the school store. But he remembered how he felt during the soccer game and stuck to his new meals.
Slowly, Diego started to notice a change. He felt more energetic during his soccer games and his shots were stronger than ever. His friends noticed too. 'Diego, you're playing great!' they said. 'What's your secret?'
Diego smiled and said, 'I've been eating healthier. It gives me more energy.' His friends looked surprised. 'Really? Maybe we should try it too,' they said.