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Which subject	Hospitality & catering
What age group	Year or Grade 6
What topic	Kitchen safety
Quantity	1
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Lesson Opening: Kitchen Safety for Young Chefs

Introduction: Welcome to the Kitchen!

Imagine stepping into a kitchen that sparkles like a superhero's hideout. In this special place, we don't just cook; we create magic with food! But before we start whipping up delicious treats, we must become kitchen safety experts. Today, we’ll embark on an exciting adventure where safety is our superpower!

Icebreaker Activity: Kitchen Safety Scavenger Hunt

Objectives:

• Understand the importance of kitchen safety.
• Identify common kitchen hazards.

Instructions:

1. Gather Materials:

   • Prepare a list of kitchen items and hazards (e.g., knives, hot surfaces, spills, etc.).
   • Use colorful sticky notes or paper to label each item with a safety message (e.g., "Sharp! Use with care!" or "Caution: Hot Surface!").

2. Scavenger Hunt:

   • Split the class into small groups of 3-4 students.
   • Give each group a list of items to find around the classroom setup that resemble a kitchen (you can include images of common kitchen items).
   • As they find each item, they must read the safety message and discuss why it’s important.

3. Group Discussion:

   • After the scavenger hunt, bring everyone back together and have each group share one item they found and its safety message.
   • Encourage students to talk about any prior experiences they've had in the kitchen and how they stayed safe.

Conclusion: Building Our Kitchen Safety Toolbox

Now that we’ve had an adventure in our very own kitchen scavenger hunt, we’ll begin building our "Kitchen Safety Toolbox." Throughout this lesson, we will fill it with important tips, tricks, and skills to keep our kitchen safe and fun!

Closing Thought:

Remember, being a great chef is not just about making amazing dishes. It’s also about being smart and safe in the kitchen. Let's get ready to dive deeper into our kitchen safety lessons and become the best young chefs we can be!