Food Science Concepts and Applications

Ms. Kill introduces fifth graders to the 'Modeling Matter' unit, focusing on the chemistry of food. The lesson begins with an overview of matter, emphasizing its presence in food. Students are encouraged to think like food scientists, exploring what they do and where they work. Interactive questions prompt students to consider the goals of food scientists. The lesson concludes with students assuming the role of food scientists for a fictional company, Good Food Production Incorporated.

What is the main focus of the Modeling Matter unit?

• The chemistry of food

• The economics of food

• The history of food

• The taste of food

What is matter described as in the lesson?

• Something that is invisible

• A type of energy

• Something that is only found in food

• The stuff that everything around us is made of

Where do food scientists typically work?

• In a gym

• In a restaurant

• In a laboratory

• In a library

What might food scientists want to learn about the food they study?

• Its price

• Its color

• Its nutritional value

• How to cook it

What role will students take on in the upcoming activities?

• Chefs

• Farmers

• Food critics

• Food scientists

Which company will students be working for in the role-play activity?

• Healthy Eats Inc.

• Good Food Production Incorporated

• Great Food Co.

• Foodies United