Something smells good in FACS!
Cake Mix Cookies are a hit with the students. The ingredient list and preparation time is short for these great tasting cookies. Download cake_mix_cookies.doc Students were delighted how well the yogurt smoothies turrned out. I am posting the file for the free cookbook I took the recipe from. Download kidscookbook.pdf I bet you will find many more delicious recipes!
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The last two homework assignments were given out with explanations. Both homework assignments are due no later than Oct. 7th. Doing laundry as well as daily food preparation are important life skills. In the event that a student misplaces the assignments, I attached the files. Download 0809LaundryHomework.doc and Download 0809RecipeHomework.doc
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Students received new seating assignments which helps in developing important interpersonal and teamwork skills. All grades finished the Early Childhood Education standard by playing a jeopardy type game to assess their knowledge. The next few days will have students reviewing the American system of measuring ingredients; 1 cup, 3/4 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/4 cup, 1 Tablespoon, 1 teaspoon, 1/2 teaspoon, 1/4 teaspoon, and sometimes 1/8 teaspoon. Students will learn how to measure liquids. A fun way to learn the correct terminology for different kitchen utensils and equipment is by playing a bingo-type game. To help students realize that cooking in a team is different from cooking in the home kitchen, students cooked playdough before starting this standard. The recipe is located at a previous post. Remember, we only have time to lightly explore the wonderful world of food preparation. There are so many career possibilities within this standard!
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