Handout

Creating an Educational Handout

Keep ideas and messages concise and to the point.

Avoid long sentences and paragraphs because these can be overwhelming to read.

Use active voice.

Use examples to facilitate understanding.

Design Tips Use color, images, or icons. Choose colors that do not clash & are easy on the eyes. Be sure to use royalty free images like we did here.

Key Content

Visuals

Place the most important messages

in visible areas.

Use bullet points & text boxes to separate ideas. Balance the text with visuals. Provide headings, subheadings, etc.

Keep the reading level of your audience in mind.

In developing materials for the public, remember the average reading level for adults is about a 7th or 8th grade level.

Use simple vocabulary for best communication.

For example, instead of "consume", use "eat" or "drink".

Platform

The handout should be one page: single-sided, double- sided, or a trifold with 6 panels.

Language

Length of Handout There are many different platforms to choose from when making your handout. Canva and Microsoft Word are two options. This handout was created using Canva.

Holli, B. B., & Beto, J. A. (2018). Nutrition Counseling and Education Skills, 7th Ed. Published by Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer Health.

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