Lesson Plan

Lesson Plan

Students will learn about the environmental and social impacts of food waste and explore practical ways, including a hands-on cooking activity, to reduce it in both personal and community settings.

Understanding food waste and learning to minimize it empowers students to make sustainable choices and contribute to environmental improvement while promoting smart resource use.

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15 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up: Introduction to Food Waste

10 minutes

Step 2

Group Activity: Investigating Food Waste

25 minutes

Step 3

Interactive Game: Waste Reduction Challenge

20 minutes

Step 4

Cooking Activity: Food Scraps Recipe

25 minutes

Step 5

Cool Down: Reflection and Discussion

10 minutes

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Waste Not, Want Not: Tackling Food Waste Like a Pro

Lindsey Bogott

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