The Culinary Enrichment Project
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Cupertino, California, United States
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I have always had an interest in science and was lucky enough to have a mother who was an amazing cook. I worked as a full-time veterinarian prior to having children. My children were enrolled at a Parent Participation School and a teacher asked me to teach "cooking" to the second graders. That encompassed many subjects including math, social studies, science, and more. I found I had a knack for taking subject matter and tying it to food. Boy, does that get a kid to focus on you if they get a chance to eat!
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Yeast-air Balloon Experiment |STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: An extension of the FOSS experiment with breakfast cereal. By using a visual measurement device (balloon filled with CO₂), yeast metabolism of various artificial sweeteners will be investigated. Example of objective (how much balloon changed) and subjective measurements (tasting of sugar substitutes with bread). Classroom Content Connections:Foss--Living Cells
5th
Biology, Science
CE Mixing Mayhem--comparison of fractions, decimals, ratios using tape diagrams
The Culinary Enrichment Project lesson using STEM. Students mix their own unique drink concoctions to build an understanding of the inter-relationship between ratios, fractions, decimals, and percentages while working with the English and Metric measurement systems. Tape diagrams and graphic organizers help with analyzing data. Supports 6th grade Common Core Math Content. (Budget for finding $cost per student at https://tinyurl.com/mixingmayhem-budget-please go under File and Make a Copy be
5th - 7th
Decimals, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.RP.A.3
, 6.RP.A.3c
, 6.RP.A.3d
15 Bundled Grade-5 Cooking Lessons from Culinary Enrichment Project
The order of lessons for the Grade 5 cooking sessions from Leigh Stevens (Culinary Enrichment) with links to 15 sessions.
5th
Math, Science
Gold Rush Sourdough Pancakes | STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning
Grade 4 Subject: CA Social Studies, MathDescription:Lesson about both California and Alaskan Gold Rushes, Working with multiplication using decimals and multiple digit multiplication and measurements. Objectives:Discuss history of the California and the Alaskan Gold Rush while working the math sheet to review multi digit multiplication with decimals (money) and measurements.
4th
Math, Social Studies
What You Maizy Didn’t Know About Maize! STEAM Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ELA, Social StudiesLesson Objectives: Students learn that there are many different types of corn that man has developed over time with selective breeding including parched corn and popcorn including a perspective from the Little House on the Prairie books. Classroom Content Connections:Social Studies--from Native Americans to colonists; history of cornELA--quotations from Little House on the Prairie Books with regard to parched corn and popcorn
5th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
It's Shocking, Folks! | STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 4 Subject: Science FOSS, Electricity and MagnetismDescription:Review of static electricity, using a strawberry as a model, and current electricity, using a potato battery clock. Experience a shock with PopRocks. Review parallel and series circuits using another food model (licorice lace, grapes and baby carrots) in conjunction with FOSS Electricity and Magnetism. Objectives:Use different models to illustrate what happens at a microscopic level to support the Foss Magnetism and Electricit
4th
Other (Science), Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
4-PS3-4
, SCIENCE.4.8.C
, 4.1.a.3
+2
The Science of Salad | STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 4Subject: Science (Extension of Mixtures and Solutions)The science of salad concerns many different aspects of biology and chemistry. The definition of what makes a fruit and vegetable is re-examined and pigment colors are discussed in the context of fruit growth, development, and ripening at a cellular level. The concept of suspensions and emulsions is examined and an experiment is done to see which substance makes the best emulsifier (hand-holder or stabilizer) of salad dressing made
5th - 6th
Biology, Chemistry
Wacky Spice Cake. STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: Investigation into the nature of chemical reactions (including acid/base, endothermic, and exothermic reactions) by the use of baking soda and vinegar as a leavening agent in Wacky Spice Cake. Classroom Content Connections:FOSS--Mixtures and Solutions, Fizz Quiz
5th
Chemistry, Science
Welcome to the FBI’s World! Pt. 2 of "Ew! Are you going to eat with those hands"
Grade 5 Subject: Science Lesson Objectives: Students will evaluate results of their mold experiment and try to figure out if their results make sense. They will learn about decomposition and the role of fungi, bacteria, and insects. They will be introduced to mold and yeast and make sourdough starter. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Living Systems Module--plants use CO2 and energy from sunlight to build molecules of sugar and release O2--plant and animal cells break down sugar to obtain e
5th
Biology, Science
Ew, are you going to eat with those hands? Part 1 |STEAM | Distance Learning
Grade 5 Subject: Science Lesson Objectives: Students will learn the effectiveness of handwashing and discuss how to set up an experiment to find out if mold will grow from their hands. We will also set up an experiment to see if mold moves from a dirty piece of bread to a clean one. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Living Systems Module--plants use CO2 and energy from sunlight to build molecules of sugar and release O2--plant and animal cells break down sugar to obtain energy, a process r
5th
Biology, Science
Tacomania Taconomics. STEAM Cooking Lesson (Distance Learning)
Grade 5Subject: Math, ScienceObjectives: Students will build their own personalized taco using estimates and within the constraints of a $3 budget. Also, reviewed the digestive system. Classroom Content Connections: Math: Estimates, multiplication of decimals, working with money, calculator use.Science: Review the Digestive System in FOSS unit--Living Systems Module, Living Cells Investigation 1
5th
Biology, Math
Who Has Aunt Sophie’s Ears? STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: Science, MathLesson Objectives: I learned that by having characteristics passed from one generation to another that different organisms develop different ways to survive. Students learn about inheritance by looking at variegated (colored kernels) corn cobs and learn that each kernel on a cob has a different genetic makeup. In addition, students also learn about dominant and recessive human characteristics and sample Johnny Cakes. Classroom Content Connections:FOSS--Living systems
5th
Math, Science
Does It Matter?? STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: A continuing study of kitchen chemistry after looking at chemical and enzymatic reactions in the previous lessons. In this lesson, illustrated by cooking eggs and making meringue, physical reactions are investigated where the composition doesn't change chemically but the way the material looks is altered. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Mixtures and Solutions, extension
5th
Chemistry, Science
Homemade Sourdough Pita Bread Using Sourdough Starter | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: Students learn that water molecules in pita bread dough, when heated, turn to steam and in a confined area expand outward. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Water Planet Module--Air is matter--it occupies space and has mass.--Convection currents--hot water rises and warms, cold water molecules fall and cool.
5th
Chemistry, Science
How sugar led to the formation of the United States | Distance Learning | Cookin
Grade 5Subject: Social Studies, ScienceLesson Objectives: We will review the steps involved in the digestion of food, review where sugar comes from and its history, and make a traditional Native American dish called Indian Pudding or Supawn. Classroom Content Connections:Foss--Living CellsSocial Studies
5th
Native Americans, Science
We all scream for ice cream! STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: Science, Social StudiesLesson Objectives: Introduce the history of frozen desserts, in particular ice cream from the time of the Romans to modern day. The chemistry at a molecular level with the creation of ice cream in a bag. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Mixtures and Solutions, extensionSocial Studies
5th - 6th
Science, Social Studies
Working with Mixtures—Homemade Soda | STEAM Cooking | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: This lesson is an extension of the FOSS experiments of Mixtures and Solutions. Making homemade soda is a great example of working with mixtures, reaching saturation in solutions, and showing that the yeast waste product (CO2) provides the bubbles for homemade soda. Discussion of the states of matter and examples of solid/liquid and solid/liquid/gas solutions and the history of soda. Classroom Content Connections:FOSS--Living CellsFOSS--Mixtures and Sol
5th
Chemistry, Science
Oobleck, again? STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | FOSS
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: This lesson is another investigation on matter where liquids are examined. Liquids fall into two categories: Newtonian and non-Newtonian fluids. By making pudding using cornstarch and water, students will discover that non-Newtonian fluids have different properties when compressed or heated. Watched YouTube video of experiment with cornstarch and water in an egg drop experiment. Classroom Content Connections: FOSS--Mixtures and Solutions, extension
5th
Chemistry, Science
The First Biotech--Cheesemaking. STEAM Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning
Grade 5Subject: ScienceLesson Objectives: Students will further discuss the evidence of chemical reactions and will learn that the first human biotechnology was in the use of the enzyme, rennet, in the making of Mozzarella cheese. Classroom Content Connections:FOSS--Mixtures and Solutions, extension
5th
Chemistry, Science
Not your average pancake | Cooking Lesson | Distance Learning | Social Studies
Grade 2 Subject: History, Food Production/Consumption Description:Make a Native American-type food using unusual ingredients. Briefly discuss how to store food to prevent it from spoiling without refrigeration. Describe how pine nuts are harvested and how acorns are processed to make an edible product. Objective:Discuss the process for harvesting pine nuts and how acorns are processed to make an edible product. Develop a case that there is difficulty in food preparation based on the amount of
2nd
Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
SL.2.3
, LA.2.1.C
, LA.2.1.A
+1
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About the store
Experience
I have always had an interest in science and was lucky enough to have a mother who was an amazing cook. I worked as a full-time veterinarian prior to having children. My children were enrolled at a Parent Participation School and a teacher asked me to teach "cooking" to the second graders. That encompassed many subjects including math, social studies, science, and more. I found I had a knack for taking subject matter and tying it to food. Boy, does that get a kid to focus on you if they get a chance to eat!
Teaching style
Anything with food tends to create some controlled chaos but it's also easy to gain control when the kids are truly enjoying a lesson. My style is hands-on and visual. It does not necessarily involve access to a kitchen, but that can be a plus. I try to use creative cooking methods and use my camp stove regularly. I strive to bring understanding to those kids who need to see something before they can truly comprehend it and to expand the minds of children to help them see that learning can be truly fascinating.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Several in the veterinary field and also in the world of volunteering for the Girl Scouts.
My own education history
UC San Diego--BA Biology
UC Davis Veterinary School
Additional biographical information
Our Parent Participation school requires 10 hours of parent training before we can work in the classroom. We are required to work in the classroom 2 hours per week. I have watched some amazing teachers at work and try to imitate them. I have been teaching cooking/science for 5 years. I have also been a Girl Scout leader for 5+ years.
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