Meal Planning - Why and How
In this 4 week course we will look at how to plan a menu and then add the items to a grocery list. We will also learn to follow recipes.
Nita Stone MEd, Voice, Writing, AG, Gardening,
Average rating:
4.4
Number of reviews:(11)
What's included
4 live meetings
2 in-class hoursHomework
1-2 hours per week. Students will plan 7 menus each week for the meal covered in that week. They will be given the chance to share their menus and grocery lists in class.Class Experience
I love cooking and I plan my meals each week. This class will cover an essential life skill for moving out on your own. We will discuss why and how to plan a menu and make a grocery list. We will learn to read a recipe before starting to cook that recipe. We will discuss nutrition requirements for each meal. We will cover breakfast, lunch, and dinner. We will discuss what types of foods we will prepare for each meal. The menus do not have to be assigned a day but the students will learn that they will have everything they need to prepare that menu. We will discuss what type of foods we should eat each day as we prepare our menus. Not just main dishes but sides as well. Week 1 - Why plan? Purchase Groceries, Discuss Breakfast, myplate.gov Week 2 - Share Breakfast Ideas, Discuss Lunch Week 3 - Share Lunch Ideas, Discuss Dinner, eat out Week 4 - Share Dinner Ideas, and grocery lists
Learning Goals
Students will learn to plan menus and know what they need from the grocery store to prepare those menus. They will make a grocery list over the 4 weeks. Students will be given the opportunity to share their menus and grocery lists in class.
Other Details
Supply List
Recipe sites.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined April, 2020
4.4
11reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Education from Ashford University
Bachelor's Degree from DeVry University
Hi! I hope you will enjoy my classes. I have a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology. I worked in the telecommunications field for 10 years. I have a Master of Arts in Teaching and Learning with Technology and just need to finish my dissertation for my Educational Doctorate in eLearning and Organizational Leadership. I formally taught English as a Foreign Language to children in China from home. I love teaching.
I have a wide range of interests and hobbies. I love gardening, sewing, needlework, crafts, singing, reading, and cooking. I am currently an Arkansas Master Gardener. I have 2 grown daughters, 3 granddaughters, and 1 grandson.
I have been singing and performing since I was 5 years old. I studied voice at Collin County College and Texas Women's University. I have taken private voice lessons and taught vocal coaching for over 15 years.
I was a Sweet Adeline for 15 years. I sang with the 5 time International champion Rich Tone Chorus for 3 years and Texas Harmony for 10 years. I have also worked with 2 new choruses in the Dallas area. I also sang in a quartet called Rambunxious for 3 years.
I have been a sub teacher in the public schools for over 17 years. I sub 2 days a week currently. I have tutored all subjects and grades. I love reading and read a book each month. One of my favorite subjects is history. I love reading about history and the lessons we can learn. I love to learn about the different states and countries on our wonderful planet.
Did I mention that I love teaching? I do.Reviews
Live Group Class
$15
weekly or $60 for 4 classes1x per week, 4 weeks
30 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 11-16
1-10 learners per class
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