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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Making Plastic

For Teachers 4th - 5th
Students experiment to create a plastic solution. In this science lesson plan, students use sodium borax and polyvinyl alcohol to create their solution, then identify, discuss, and chart observations on the end product.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Candy Cane Chemistry

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders, in groups, examine the effect of heat on bonding forces by doing laboratory work.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Celebrate Black History

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students research African-American mathematicians.  In this middle school mathematics instructional activity, students celebrate Black History by conducting Internet research on an African-American, mathematicians or scientist.  Students...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Microwave Cooking

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students learn the basic principles of microwave cooking and prepare a dessert in the microwave using correct procedures.
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Worksheet
Curated OER

All About the Human Life Cycle

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this life cycle worksheet, learners read about the butterfly life cycle and draw pictures about it. Students draw 2 pictures and answer 2 short answer questions about the life cycle.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ingredient Function and Purpose

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students learn the purpose of each ingredient in a quick bread. They listen, observe, and complete their notes as the demonstration of a quick bread is completed. They illustrate the measuring techniques for each ingredient and sample...
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Allegry Season

For Teachers 6th - 10th
Students use the Internet to research allergies. They discover different companies which are involved in helping Americans relieve their allergy symptoms. They finally discover the different types of allergy causing agents.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Ingredient Function and Purpose

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Pupils investigate the purpose of each ingredient in a quick bread.
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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Water Quality and Temperature

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students evaluate the effects of temperature changes on the metabolic rate of a clam. Conclusion questions are addressed which help students to process and articulate their experiences.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Controlling Water Activity in Food

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate water activity in corn that has been dried using traditional Native American methods in order to learn about the best way to ensure food safety.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Understanding Water Activity

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Testing and Adjusting P H

For Students 9th - 10th
In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.
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Lesson Plan
TeachEngineering

Teach Engineering: Biosensors for Food Safety

For Teachers 6th - 9th
How can you tell if harmful bacteria are in your food or water that might make you sick? What you eat or drink can be contaminated with bacteria, viruses, parasites and toxins pathogens that can be harmful or even fatal. Students learn...
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Bacteria Sampling (Using Various Disposable Lab Equipments)

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test milk samples to check for bacterial contamination.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Corn Mold Test Mycotoxins

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: Gram Staining

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how use gram staining to test for bacterial contamination in yogurt.
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Interactive
Other

Usda: Virtual Labs: How to Use Oil Immersion Microscope

For Students 9th - 10th
In this science simulation, students learn how to use a microscope as they investigate bacterial contamination in a sample of yogurt.
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Online Course
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Mit: Open Course Ware: Advanced Kitchen Chemistry

For Students 9th - 10th
College-level advanced course on kitchen chemistry. Course topics highlight the scientific exploration of all types of food. Features online include downloadable assignments and readings, and a number of food chemistry-related links.