I have 30 plus years teaching in Australian secondary schools in the areas of Home Economics, Food Technology, Technology Mandatory, Textiles Technology and Hospitality. I have developed, implemented and adjusted many resources in that time.
This resource is a multi level matching game and is suitable for many stages. The resource includes matching fruit and veg picture cards which can be used as memory game where they are turned upside down and then flipped over, perhaps with a time limit, and matched. To take this to another level the name cards can be introduced instead of the matching image and students can match the food to its name, this could be as a memory game or matching game. The cards are color matched and the images
This printable or electronic worksheet is designed to engage both mainstream and life skills students in thinking about where food should be stored. Pictures are used and students tick the correct storage place column/s for each food.
This is a Life Skills downloadable and printable resource which covers- - the functions of food packaging - a word fill in activity - types of food packaging eg. tubes, bags etc. - a match the food to the packaging activity. Each topic is presented with appropriate pictures.
This Life Skills worksheet describes, with pictures to illustrate, the common elements found on food packaging. Also included is a hands on activity where the student identifies these elements on a food packaging item and completes a tick sheet.
In this worksheet the three types of new food products are each illustrated with pictures. The student will complete matching activities to gain an understanding of which category of new food various foods belong in.
This worksheet explains the three types of new food products using picture examples. The students fill in the missing words and think of examples of their own.
This Fabric Properties Slideshow and Worksheet resource teaches the basic fabric properties- Absorbency, Flammability, Elasticity, Resiliency, Drapability, Strength and Heat Conductivity. The Worksheet questions reinforce and build on learning. Students will learn why these properties are important when selecting fabrics for specific uses.
Need a textiles revision or teaching resource? This resource is comprised of a powerpoint and worksheet. The 21 slide, animated presentation can be used to teach or revise fiber origins and basic fabric properties. Examples of the most common Natural, Man-made and Synthetic fibers , their uses and properties are covered. Fabric blends and mixtures are explained with engaging , vibrant images. The accompanying worksheet is printable or can be assigned electronically to individual student
This is an animated Slide Show and accompanying Worksheet to teach or revise the three basic textile construction methods-Weaving- warp and weft yarns are explained. plain, twill and satin weave are all explained, properties of the fabric and examples of uses are included. Examples of other weaves are shown. Knitted- 2 types of knitted fabrics (warp and weft) are detailed along with properties and uses for these fabrics. Other- felted, laminated and bonded fabrics are described and examples
It's time to start some Christmas cooking! This resource makes planning practical lessons easy as the powerpoint and printables include 14 recipes which are ready to go and portioned for 2 so that students can work in pairs. The recipes include Christmas treats such as Chocolate Truffles, Rocky Road and Butter Biscuits which make great gifts. Options and Ideas are given for each recipe for substituting ingredients, GF options and presentation. Also included are recipe ideas for using Christm
This 2 part resource comprises - An interactive Pasta Research worksheet which includes the origins and ingredients of pasta, pasta types and sauce types. A slideshow which includes pasta cookery instructions (with a video link), pasta sauce recipes (links to 4 recipes which have been adjusted for practical cookery classes) and a link to a Kahoot Pasta quiz as a learning consolidation activity.
This bundle includes two animated powerpoint presentations and accompanying worksheets. Fibres to Fabrics- the origins of the most common natural, man-made and synthetic fibres ,their properties and uses are covered in this slide show and Worksheet. Fabric Construction Methods- the most common fabric construction methods are covered. Woven, knitted, felt, bonded and laminated fabrics construction methods, types, properties and uses are all included. The worksheets are printable or in an electr
This is an engaging, fully interactive Healthy Diet Pyramid game . Students will learn the basic parts or areas of the pyramid and their challenge then is to successfully sort 14 different foods into the correct pyramid area. As the student navigates the game they will receive positive reinforcement for correct answers and the opportunity to repeat incorrect answers. The use of vibrant images and symbols throughout the game make it appealing and engaging. Students of many age levels can play
As the HSC approaches for Australian students, revision is the key to success. As a prerequisite unit, ‘ Use hygienic practices for food safety’ underpins all other units and as such is always examined in the HSC. However, it is delivered early in the course so revision of the Elements and Performance Criteria of this course is essential. The content of this resource applies worldwide as the concepts covered are the foundation of food safety and hygiene everywhere. Relevant temperatures ar
As the HSC approaches for Australian students, revision is the key to success. As a core, ‘ Clean kitchen premises and equipment’ underpins all other units and as such will be examined in the HSC. However, it is delivered early in the course so revision of the Elements and Performance Criteria of this course is essential. The content of this resource applies worldwide as the concepts covered are the foundation of cleaning kitchen premises and equipment everywhere. This is a f ully interac
This bundle of life skills printable and downloadable worksheets are aimed at teaching life skills students some of the basics of new food product development. The bundle includes worksheets with contents and activities to cover the following- Food Storage New Food Products Types of New Food Food Packaging Food Labelling
Textiles Technology Bundle- Fibres to Fabrics, Fabric Construction and Fabric Properties.This bundle includes three animated and non animated Powerpoints with Worksheets. Each resource delivers the basic concepts using pictures, questions and activities to reinforce the content. Fibres to Fabrics- this resource can be used to teach or revise fiber origins and basic fabric properties. Examples of the most common Natural, Man-made and Synthetic fibers , their uses and properties are cove
Jeopardy- the game where the answers are the questions! This interactive Jeopardy game is designed as both a teaching and revision or summary tool. All content areas, Elements and Performance Criteria of the Prepare Dishes Using Basic Methods of Cookery unit are included in the question categories- Ingredients, Equipment, Cookery Methods, Cookery Terms and Processes. The content is suitable not just for Australian curriculum, all temperatures are in both Celsius and Fahrenheit and the conce
I have 30 plus years teaching in Australian secondary schools in the areas of Home Economics, Food Technology, Technology Mandatory, Textiles Technology and Hospitality. I have developed, implemented and adjusted many resources in that time.
Teaching style
I strive to make learning interesting and challenging for my students by delivering content in a variety of ways and by catering to a variety of learning styles.
My own education history
Diploma of Teaching (Secondary)
Bachelor of Education
Additional biographical information
I have a passion for developing useful resources for teachers who like me until recently, are just too busy to do so.
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