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Which subject	Food technology
What topic	Nutrients
What length (min)	30
What age group	Doesn't matter
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Add group activities
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Topic

Nutrients

Objectives

• Identify the different types of nutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.
• Understand the role of each nutrient in maintaining a healthy body.
• Recognize food sources for each type of nutrient.
• Develop the ability to assess the nutritional value of various foods.

Grade/Age Group

Primary to Secondary Grades (Years 5-9)

Subject

Food Technology

Materials

• Whiteboard and markers
• Handouts with nutrient information
• Food model samples (e.g., fruits, grains, dairy products)
• Computers or tablets for online research
• Projector for visual presentations
• Nutritional labels from packaged foods

Class Size

20 students

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Nutrients	5 mins	Briefly introduce what nutrients are and why they are essential for the body. Use engaging questions to stimulate interest.
2	Types of Nutrients	10 mins	Discuss the five types of nutrients. Use visuals and examples for each type: carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals. Distribute handouts for reference.
3	Food Sources	5 mins	Explore food sources for each nutrient type. Have students look through food models and relate them to nutrient categories.
4	Nutritional Labels	5 mins	Teach students how to read and interpret nutritional labels on packaged foods. Show examples of different labels.
5	Group Activity	5 mins	Divide students into small groups. Have them choose a food item and identify its nutritional components based on a label.
6	Homework Assignment	0 mins	Explain the homework to assess understanding. Check assignments at the beginning of the next class without student presentations.

Assessment

• In-class participation during discussions and activities.
• Completion of homework assignment, which involves identifying nutrients from food items chosen by the students.

Conclusion

• Reinforce the importance of understanding nutrients for a balanced diet. Highlight the relevance to real-world choices and encourage students to think critically about their food options.

Notes

• Ensure all materials are prepared prior to the lesson.
• Adjust the lesson pacing as necessary based on student engagement and understanding.

Lesson script