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Welcome to the Food Science Summer Camp! Over 4 weeks, your teen will explore food chemistry, fermentation, baking, food safety, and sustainability. Hands-on experiments will help them understand how food works and its impact on health.  

In this Food Science Summer Camp, you’ll discover how food works on a scientific level! From the chemistry behind baking and cooking to the magic of fermentation, you'll explore fun experiments and learn about food safety, and nutrients. 

Introduction to Food Science: What is it and why is it important?
The Science of Cooking: How heat, pressure, and time affect food.
Fun Activity: Kitchen Science Quiz (Why do foods taste better when cooked?)

What is Food Science?

Baking Chemistry: Understanding the role of ingredients like flour, yeast, and sugar.

Chemical Reactions in Baking: How does baking powder work? Why does bread rise?
Hands-on Experiment: Make simple bread dough and explain the science behind it. 

The Science of Baking

Understanding Carbohydrates, Proteins, and Fats: How these macronutrients are constructed at the molecular level.

The Molecules of Food

How Food Gets Its Texture: The role of starches, proteins, and fibers in food texture.

 Food Structure and Texture

Thermal Energy: How heat changes food’s structure.
The Maillard Reaction: Why do foods turn brown when cooked?
Activity: Explore caramelization with sugar and heat.

Heat and Cooking Methods

What Are Emulsions?: Understanding how oil and water mix in things like mayonnaise and salad dressings.

Hands-on Experiment: Make a simple vinaigrette or mayonnaise and observe the science behind emulsification.

Emulsions and Food Chemistry

What Is Fermentation?: How microorganisms like yeast and bacteria create flavor and preserve food.

Activity: Discuss the fermentation process and make a basic batch of homemade pickles or kombucha.

The Science of Fermentation

Understanding Food Additives: What are preservatives, flavor enhancers, and artificial colors?

Activity: Look at common food labels to identify additives.

Food Additives: Preservatives & Flavor Enhancers

Food Science Summer Camp for Teens

This course teaches students key food science concepts, including food safety, preservation, and nutrition, through hands-on labs and interactive lessons. Your child will develop critical thinking skills and a deeper understanding of food.

Science Curriculum: Nutrition & Food Science  (NGSS Aligned, FULL YEAR)

In this engaging class, learners will explore food science through discussions, trivia, and hands-on activities to spark curiosity and enhance learning.  

Introduction to Food Science & Food Technologies for Teens Part 1 (NGSS Aligned)

Your learner will learn about the science behind food, from food additives and ingredients to food processing and packaging. 

Introduction to Food Science & Food Technology Part II (NGSS Aligned)

In this ongoing course, students will learn how to incorporate science in the kitchen doing science experiments. They will learn about chemistry, physics, and biology through cooking & baking while making fun and crazy edible treats.

Food Science: Chemistry, Physics, and Biology in Cooking Experiments

Shields Scholars

In this one-time class, students will learn about the science of food and where they get energy.  #academic

Nutrition Science - Understanding Food and Energy

John PhD

Social Studies

A Waldorf-inspired weekly class where students explore the history, culture, and science of food through drawing, storytelling, and writing.

The Story of Food: A Creative Journey Through What We Eat – Waldorf-Inspired

Waldorful Days Creative Learning Academy

In this interactive Science Course, we learn about culinary science. Classes include a range of activities including STEM experiments. 

Let's Learn Science: Culinary Science (11-14 Years)

Let's Go Learning!

This is a fun one-week summer course exploring the science behind food. We will learn about the different processes and changes that occur in ingredients to create our favorite foods. And at the and we get to eat what we made!

The Science of a Pizza Party

Nichole Jerram

In this one-time class, we will discuss spicy food, why some love/hate it, and the bizarre way our bodies react to it.  #academic

Weird Science: What Is Spice?

In this one-time class, students will learn about the human evolutionary path as influenced by a remarkable innovation - cooking!

Weird Science: Let Me Cook!

Kick off your summer fun by learning about the science of  ice cream  and making ice cream.

  Science With Miss Robyn: Ice Cream 

Miss Robyn  Discover Explore Create

Have you ever wondered if you can eat your experiments?! Come join me in this interactive course where we can LITERALLY eat our experiments with Chemistry. YUM! 

Scrumptious Snackable Science Camp- STEM / STEAM Experiments You Can Eat!

Teacher Saara, M.Ed - Science Experiments

For ages 9-13, in this weekly class we will use fun food experiments to discover more about science and the scientific method! Your science lab could be as close as your kitchen!

The Kitchen Science Squad: Cookin' up Chemical Curiosity!

ERICA WARD

Summer Kitchen Science Squad: Cookin' up Chemical Curiosity!

In this three day camp, students will create edible science models to learn about the butterfly cycle, buoyancy, and the taste buds. 

Summer Camp - Edible Science - PART 2 - Butterfly Cycle, Sink or Float, Tongue

Ilene

Health & Wellness

This course aims to help learners develop a greater appreciation for the connection between food, culture, and personal identity. Learners will explore how different foods and traditions shape their traditions. 

Culture Bites: Exploring the Intersection of Nutrition, Food, and Heritage

This course will provide your learner with an understanding of how nutrition affects mental health and to support your learner in developing healthy eating habits and emotional resilience.

Introduction to Mental Health & Nutrition for Teens

This course aims to provide an in-depth understanding of how nutrition impacts health and the environment and equip students with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their diet and lifestyle. 

Fundamentals of Nutrition for Teens

The course will cover the basics of macronutrients, hydration, the importance of vitamins and minerals, and how to balance and fuel the body for activities. 

Fueling Performance: Sports Nutrition Essentials for Teen Athletes - 8 Weeks

This course is designed to teach learners the basics of nutrition, how to read food labels, and the impact of food processing on their health. 

Introduction to Nutrition for Preteens

Join our Health Curriculum for ages 8-12. Discover fascinating topics in Nutrition, Food Science, Hygiene, and Fitness that will inspire and educate you. 

Health Curriculum: Nutrition, Food Science, Hygiene, and Fitness Grades 3-6

Introduction to Agriculture for Teens is an 11-week course that introduces teens to the basics of agriculture. Students will explore topics like soil science, plant growth, animal care, and sustainable farming practices. 

Introduction to Agriculture for Teen

This 8-week course at Happy Kids Nutrition Academy empowers middle school students to understand the science behind nutrition, food safety, hygiene, fitness, and mental well-being, while helping them develop healthy habits. 

Health Curriculum: Nutrition, Food Science, Hygiene, and Fitness: Grades 7-9

Over the next eight weeks, your teen will explore the fundamentals of nutrition and the practice of mindful eating. 

Food Science Summer Camp for Teens

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