(Self Paced) Exploring the World of Food: A Tween's Introduction to Food Science
Class experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner - Intermediate Level
Welcome to Introduction to Food Science for Preteens! In this course, you will learn about the science of food and its various components. We will explore the different types of food and how they are processed and prepared. You will also learn about nutrition and how foods affect our bodies. We will also discuss topics such as food safety and food allergies. This course will help you learn more about the science of food and teach you practical skills that you can use when preparing meals. We...
7 lessons//7 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1Introduction to Food Science- Introduce basic concepts of food science - Learn about different types of food ingredients - Learn about food safety and food handlingWeek 2Lesson 2Nutrition- Learn about the different nutrients and their nutritional values - Understand the importance of a balanced diet - Identify the most important nutrients and their sourcesWeek 3Lesson 3Food Processing- Learn about food processing techniques such as freezing and canning - Understand how food processing affects the nutritional values of food - Learn about preserving food for future useWeek 4Lesson 4Cooking and Baking- Learn about basic cooking techniques - Learn about various baking methods - Understand the importance of following a recipeWeek 5Lesson 5Food Science Experiments- Learn about the effects of heat on food - Learn how to make creative dishes using basic food science principlesWeek 6Lesson 6Digestion-organs of the digestive tract and their role in breaking food down into smaller piecesWeek 7Lesson 7Food Quality-factors that maintains food quality -factors that can disrupt the quality of food
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy offers many different classes in nutrition, such as sports nutrition, meal planning for plant-based eaters, food labeling, food groups, GMOs, and food science. Good nutrition and healthy habits begin at a young age. Our mission is to inspire kids to live a healthier lifestyle and to learn about nutrition early so that they can utilize that knowledge in their adult life. Our teachers are all trained in teaching classes in body image, food science, agriculture, and GMOs. For teacher bios, please see our organization profile.
Homework Offered
There will be weekly labs/homework assigned that includes a food label scavenger hunt and food labs.Assessments Offered
Grades Offered
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Parents should be close by to help learners with the use of kitchen appliances (if needed) and assist in food prep such as cutting, measuring, etc. Supplemental labs or other homework can be given to those who have food allergies or do not have the required ingredients.
Foods: Experimental Perspectives (5th ed) by Margaret McWilliams
Happy Kids Nutrition Academy is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing comprehensive nutrition, food science, and exercise science education to children aged 8-18. Founded by Erin Madden, a seasoned nutrition and fitness expert with over a...
Flex Class
$200
for 7 weeks7 weeks
Completed by 5 learners
No live video meetings
Ages 8-12