Food Systems – From Idea To Kitchen

Unlock the Secrets of Food Production with this Exciting Lesson Plan for Teachers!

Do you want your students to understand the complex and fascinating world of food production? If so, this teacher resource is the perfect solution! This unit offers students a comprehensive overview of the food industry, from growing and harvesting to processing, packaging, transporting, marketing, consumption, and disposal. With this lesson plan, students will have the opportunity to delve into the exciting and ever-evolving world of food and food-related items.

By the end of this unit, your students will have a deeper understanding of the different systems for food production and the various factors that impact the food industry. They will learn about the conventional food system and alternative food systems, including whole foods, processed foods, food kilometres, landfill, greenhouse gas emissions, economy of scale, local food, organic, and fair trade. These key vocabulary terms will provide students with a solid foundation for further exploration and discussion.

This is an ideal lesson plan for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes, as well as geography, history, and social studies classes. With its hands-on approach and practical activities, this teacher resource will engage students in a meaningful and memorable learning experience. So, why wait? Get your students excited about food production today with this dynamic and educational lesson plan!