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Which subject	Food technology
What topic	Food seasonality and air miles
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Food Seasonality and Air Miles

Subject

Food Technology

Topic

Food Seasonality and Air Miles

Grade/Age Group

All grades (appropriate for students of varying levels)

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Number of Students

20

Objectives

• Understand the concept of food seasonality and its importance.
• Explore the concept of air miles and its environmental impact on food transportation.
• Discuss how seasonal eating can reduce air miles and promote sustainability.

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Charts showing seasonal fruits and vegetables
• Maps illustrating air miles from various countries to the UK
• Handouts with key facts about food seasonality and air miles
• Projector for visual presentations (if available)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (minutes)	Details
1	Introduction	5	Briefly introduce the topic and objectives. Engage students with questions about foods they consume.
2	What is Food Seasonality?	5	Discuss the concept of food seasonality. Use charts to show seasonal produce in the UK.
3	Exploring Air Miles	10	Introduce the term "air miles" and discuss how far food travels. Use maps to provide visual context.
4	Discussion on Impact	5	Facilitate a class discussion on the environmental impact of air miles on food.
5	Seasonal Eating Benefits	3	Explain the benefits of consuming seasonal food and how it can reduce air miles.
6	Homework Assignment	2	Assign homework on finding seasonal foods in their local area and reflecting on the concept of air miles. Provide handouts with detailed instructions.

Assessment

• Monitor class discussions and participation.
• Review homework submissions for understanding and engagement with the topic.

Homework

• Research local seasonal foods available in their area.
• Write a reflection on how air miles affect food choices and the environment (due the next lesson).
• Homework will be collected at the beginning of the next class, and feedback will be given without student presentations.

Additional Notes

• Ensure to highlight key terms throughout the lesson.
• Encourage questions and provide real-life examples to facilitate understanding.
• Be prepared to adjust the lesson plan based on student engagement and understanding.

Lesson script