Introduction to Local Food Systems

OBJECTIVE Students will understand the difference between the industrial and local food systems. Students will recognize the efforts of our community in supporting a sustainable food system. Students will be able to identify the impacts of their food choices. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Where does our food come from? Why is it important to know where our […]

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Herb Sachets

OBJECTIVE Students will small and feel different herbs in the garden. Students will be able to compare different herbs. Students will be able to identify some of the herbs in the garden. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS What are herbs? What can we do with plants in the winter? MATERIALS NEEDED Herbs to be harvester or already harvested, […]

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Gleaning Lesson

OBJECTIVE Students will be able to identify plants that have gone to seed, and will recognize the power in saving seeds in their garden for the future. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Why is seed saving important? MATERIALS NEEDED Seed saving: Colander, envelopes, pencils, seed saving basketHerb drying: dehydrator, trays for drying, scissorsGarden work: harvest basket, gloves, cultivators, […]

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Garden Tools

OBJECTIVE Students will be able to name and use different garden tools, know that tools are useful for different tasks, and know how to take care of tools. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS How can tools help us in the garden? MATERIALS NEEDED Variety of garden tools PROCEDURE Introduction:What is a tool?Show different garden tools and demonstrate how […]

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Food and Celebration

OBJECTIVE Students understand that special foods are used for special occasions. Students learn how to taste with respect and discretion. ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS Where does food come from? How does food build community? What is the role of food in celebration? MATERIALS NEEDED Pre-lesson writing prompt: Write a brief descriptive paragraph about the food you had […]

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Family Food Traditions

OBJECTIVE Students will understand how food differs around the world ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS What is food culture? How and why do food cultures differ around the world? What are the differences between local and global food systems and how do they affect food cultures? MATERIALS NEEDED change PROCEDURE Lesson 1: Family Food traditionsGuiding Question: What can […]

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