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Which subject	Food technology
What age group	Year or Grade 11
What topic	Carbohydrates
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Lesson Introduction: The World of Carbohydrates

Hook: The Sweet Journey of Carbs

Welcome to today's adventure in the world of food science! To kick off our lesson on carbohydrates, let’s set the stage with a thought-provoking question:

If you were a carbohydrate, what type would you be: a quick energy-boosting glucose or a long-lasting, hearty starch?

Imagine for a moment that you’re living in a food universe where every carbohydrate has a personality. Would you be the vibrant, sweet glucose that energises athletes before a big race, or perhaps the dependable, sturdy starch that sustains families during Sunday roasts?

Activity: The Carbohydrate Character Choice

Steps

1. Grab a Piece of Paper: Write down your name at the top and the carbohydrate you’d choose to be.
2. Personality Attributes: Underneath, list three attributes that align with that carbohydrate. For example, if you choose "glucose," you might write "energetic," "quick-moving," and "sweet."
3. Share with the Class: After a few minutes, we’ll form small groups to share our choices and the reasons behind them. What did you learn about your peers' carbohydrate choices?

Transition to Lesson Objectives

After we’ve shared our carbohydrate characters, we’ll dive into the science behind carbohydrates, including their structure, the difference between simple and complex carbohydrates, and their roles in our diets.

By the end of this lesson, you’ll not only understand what carbohydrates are but also appreciate their significance in our everyday food choices. Get ready to uncover the sweet and complex stories that carbohydrates tell!

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Let’s Get Started!

What carbohydrate are you going to be today? 🌾✨