11th Grade Cooking Resources

This engaging and practical lesson helps high school students understand how to store holiday leftovers safely, spot spoilage, and plan a creative meal to reduce waste. Students will learn how to handle common holiday foods, ensuring they are safely stored and can be used in future meals. In this lesson, students will:

• Categorize holiday leftovers into three key storage categories: "Eat Now," "Refrigerate for Later," and "Freeze for Future."
• Identify spoilage signs for common holiday leftover foods and learn how to spot when food is no longer safe to eat.
• Plan creative meals using holiday leftovers, developing ideas for balanced, waste-reducing dishes.

This lesson encourages critical thinking about food safety, reduces food waste, and fosters creativity in the kitchen. Perfect for Consumer Science, Home Economics, Health Science, and Culinary Arts classes, this hands-on, fun activity teaches students sustainability, food safety, and meal planning using 12 common holiday leftovers.

What’s Included:

• Categorization worksheets for holiday leftovers
• Spoilage signs matching activity
• Meal planning template for creative leftover recipes
• Answer keys for both activities

Perfect for teachers looking to promote sustainability in the classroom while helping students develop practical life skills with holiday leftovers.

Grade Level: 9-12
Duration: 60-75 minutes
Subject: Consumer Science / Home Economics / Health Science / Culinary Arts

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This French reading comprehension and activity unit is a great addition to whatever your current curriculum has for food in France. It doesn't focus on the usual things that kids already know about (sandwiches, hamburgers, pizza & fries) but instead has some good additional material.

It includes:

• 2 reading articles, 1 page each, in both French AND English:
• one article on fast food in France (fast food, street food, take-out)
• one article on haute cuisine
• 1 infographic about dining in France - the order of courses and some rules about manners while eating.

Activities:

• 1 internet activity with links for students to research French fast food
• 1 internet activity with links for students to research fancier food
• a reading activity on how to read French menus
• an activity with rubric for students to make their own menus

Posters:

a complete set of printable 8X10 posters that you could print on a printer or have printed on nice photographic paper - 14 different posters featuring French items such as ratatouille, mousse au chocolat, croissants - but also some newcomers that you will find EVERYWHERE in France - kebab and couscous.

Resources:

A page with clickable links to some useful resources when learning about French cuisine.

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Conquer Cooking! Easy Meals for Busy Teens

Tired of relying on fast food? Wish you could whip up delicious and healthy meals but don't know where to start? This engaging reading comprehension worksheet empowers teens with the essential skills they need to become kitchen masters!

Packed with easy-to-follow instructions, budget-friendly recipes, and practical tips, students will learn how to:

• Cook healthy meals in 30 minutes or less
• Master fundamental cooking techniques (frying, boiling, baking)
• Utilize essential kitchen tools safely and effectively
• Plan meals for the week to save money and time

This worksheet is a recipe for success! It features:

• Informative text with clear explanations and real-life examples
• Interactive activities to reinforce learning and build critical thinking skills
• Multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to assess comprehension
• A Teacher Answer Key for easy grading

Why Buy This Resource?

• Addresses Key Learning Objectives: Students will gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to prepare nutritious meals independently.
• Aligned with Common Core Standards: HS.PSYE.7 (Focuses on applying critical thinking skills to make healthy food choices)
• Ready-to-Use: Printable format for hassle-free classroom integration.

This worksheet covers the following essential concepts for teen cooks:

• The Importance of Healthy Eating for Teens (Why skip the fast food and cook at home!)
• Planning Meals for the Week (Save money and avoid unhealthy temptations)
• Gearing Up for Kitchen Success (Must-have tools and safety practices)
• Cooking Techniques 101 (Mastering the basics of frying, boiling, and baking)
• Budget-Friendly Feasts (Delicious recipe ideas to get your creative juices flowing)
• Guided Reading Activities (Putting new skills into practice)

Learning Objectives: Students will be able to:

• Explain the importance of healthy eating habits for teens.
• Identify essential kitchen tools and describe their uses.
• Apply safe food handling practices in the kitchen.
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic cooking techniques (frying, boiling, baking).
• Follow a recipe to prepare a simple meal.
• Plan a balanced and budget-friendly weekly menu.

Common Core Standard Addressed:

• HS.PSYE.7: Analyze the role of culture, advertising, and social norms in affecting food choices. Analyze the effectiveness of strategies to promote healthy food choices.

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Are you tired of struggling to come up with healthy and delicious meals for your kids? Look no further! This kids meal planner is the perfect solution for busy parents. With a variety of easy and customizable recipes, you can easily plan meals that your whole family will love.

This meal planner includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, so you can find the perfect meals for any time of day. Plus, the recipes are all healthy and budget-friendly, so you can feel good about feeding your kids nutritious meals without breaking the bank.

Whether you have picky eaters or kids with allergies or dietary restrictions, this meal planner has something for everyone. And because it is customizable, you can easily adapt the recipes to fit your family's needs.

So what are you waiting for? Order your kids meal planner today and start making meal planning a breeze!

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This is a digital, Google Forms resource!

This download includes:

• 11 different cooking vocabulary terms
• 4 different recipe directions
• 10 different Google Forms with 53 editable comprehension questions
• Google Forms answer key
• Optional follow up activities

**These forms AUTOMATICALLY GRADE! Saving you time!**

You can import all student grades into Google Classroom with the click of one button!

**AUTOMATIC DATA COLLECTION**

This product is great for distance learning, utilizing Google Classroom or Gmail accounts. This resource is also great for schools and districts pushing for more technology use during school closure. These forms are great to help you keep track of student progress for data collection.

This resource is designed to expose students to a variety of important and everyday cooking terms. 6 Google Forms teach 11 different cooking terms and assess student knowledge. 4 Google Forms are REAL recipe directions and have students practice and apply the newly learned terms.

Included cooking terms:

Boiling

Broiling

Frying

Marinating

Beat

Knead

Stir

Chop

Dice

Mince

Preheat

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Reading Recipes Unit 1 - Google Forms

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A set of French reading comprehension units with readings and activities about French cultural topics.

Each unit deals with a different aspect of French culture. Students will learn about the French school system, how the Métro works, the role of sports in France, French cuisine, how French housing looks and how people find a place to live and more!

The units include readings (some in both French and English, see the product description for each one) and activities that have students doing real-world tasks. Some of the units have colorful vocabulary posters that you can project digitally or print out for decorations.

Life Skills Power Pack: Empower Teens for Success! (10 Reading Comprehension Worksheets)

Equip teens with the essential skills to navigate the exciting (and sometimes challenging) world of adulthood! This comprehensive bundle of 10 reading comprehension worksheets tackles a variety of essential life skills, empowering teens to become confident and independent young adults.
Here's a sneak peek at the power-packed resources included:

• Teen Cleaning Powerhouse!: Master chores, organization, and budget-friendly cleaning with safe and effective methods.
• Grocery Shopping Like a Boss: Teen Edition: Learn to plan meals, create grocery lists, find healthy bargains, and avoid impulse buys.
• Teen Budgeting 101: Mastering Your Money: Track income & expenses, create a budget, and set savings goals to achieve financial dreams.
• Taxes for Teens: Demystifying the Paycheck: Understand deductions, complete a W-4 form, and learn the importance of paying taxes.
• Adulting 101: Essential Life Skills for Teens: Develop independence and responsibility with essential skills like budgeting, cooking, and laundry.
• Conquer Cooking! Easy Meals for Busy Teens: Master basic cooking techniques, learn kitchen safety, and prepare delicious budget-friendly meals.
• Laundry SOS: Decode Your Clothes Labels: Unlock the secrets of laundry care labels, sort clothes effectively, and tackle common laundry problems.
• Apartment Ready! Life Skills for College: Prepare for independent living in a college apartment with essential skills, roommate communication, and conflict resolution tips.
• DIY SOS: Quick Fixes for Everyday Problems: Learn simple solutions for common household problems, explore the importance of preventative maintenance, and become a DIY master.
• Adulting on a Budget: Saving for Your Future: Set financial goals, develop saving strategies, and understand the power of compound interest for a brighter financial future.

Each engaging worksheet features:

• Informative Text: Clear explanations and real-life examples to build understanding.
• Interactive Activities: Multiple choice, matching, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions to solidify learning.
• Answer Key: Easy grading and checking for comprehension.

Learning Objectives:

• Students will be able to identify and apply essential life skills for success in various situations.
• Students will be able to analyze information, solve problems, and make informed decisions.
• Students will be able to develop critical thinking and financial literacy skills.
• Students will be able to practice responsible behavior and self-sufficiency.

Common Core Standards Alignment:

• HS.LS.3: Apply concepts of personal responsibility to academic and social situations. (Applies to most worksheets)
• RS.2.3: Analyze the central ideas or themes of a text and explain how the author uses language to convey them. (Analyze instructions and explanations)
• RI.1.2: Identify the central topic of a text and explain how the details are relevant. (Identify key points about each life skill)
• W.3.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas and information effectively (If applicable, consider including short writing activities where students create plans or explain life skills)

Ready to unlock your students' critical thinking potential? Explore my store for a treasure trove of reading comprehensions that tackle diverse themes and inspire insightful discussions. From historical mysteries to scientific explorations, there's something for every classroom!

Support a fellow educator and get rewarded! Purchase this resource, leave a review, and earn TeachShare credits you can use on any product on the platform. Your feedback helps others and benefits you too!

Are you tired of struggling to come up with healthy and delicious meals for your kids? Look no further! This kids meal planner is the perfect solution for busy parents. With a variety of easy and customizable recipes, you can easily plan meals that your whole family will love.

This meal planner includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, so you can find the perfect meals for any time of day. Plus, the recipes are all healthy and budget-friendly, so you can feel good about feeding your kids nutritious meals without breaking the bank.

Whether you have picky eaters or kids with allergies or dietary restrictions, this meal planner has something for everyone. And because it is customizable, you can easily adapt the recipes to fit your family's needs.

So what are you waiting for? Order your kids meal planner today and start making meal planning a breeze!

Thank you for your interest in my product!!

This is a NO PREP resource!

If you prefer the paper based version of this resource it can be found here:

Reading Recipes Unit 1

This product is great for distance learning utilizing Google Classroom or Gmail accounts. This resource is also great for schools and districts pushing for more technology use in school or during school closures. These forms are also great to help you track student participation and progress for data collection and progress notes.

**These forms AUTOMATICALLY GRADE! Saving you time!**

You can import all student grades into Google Classroom with the click of one button!

**AUTOMATIC DATA COLLECTION**

This download includes:

• 12 different REAL recipes
• 12 different worksheets with 84 comprehension questions
• Teacher answer key
• Suggested follow up activities

This resource is designed to expose student to a variety of REAL recipes. These Google Forms provide real world text practice with text dependent questions. Students will read recipes closely to answer questions. Questions include finding recipe preparation time, specific ingredients, materials needed and steps to take to complete the recipe.

Recipes Included:

Pancake Poppers

Hard Boiled Eggs

Fro-Yo Fruit Bites

PB&J Sushi

Ham & Cheese Pinwheels

Tomato Butter Spaghetti

Bread In A Bag

Mini Pepper Pizzas

Chicken Parm Pockets

Puppy Chow

Chocolate Cuties

Banana Bites

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Reading Product Labels Unit 1 Google Forms

Reading Medicine Labels Unit 3 Google Forms

Coupons Unit 2 Google Forms

Cooking Vocab Unit 1 Google Forms

Job Exploration Unit 1 Google Forms

Job Exploration Unit 2 Google Forms

Reading Nutrition Labels Unit 1 Google Forms

Reading Calendars - Unit 1 - Google Forms

This French culture unit is a great addition to whatever your current curriculum has for food in France. It doesn't focus on the usual things that kids already know about (sandwiches, hamburgers, pizza & fries) but instead has some good additional material. This bundle includes both printable and digital versions of the resources

The print version includes:

• 2 reading articles, 1 page each, in both French AND English:
• one article on fast food in France (fast food, street food, take-out)
• one article on haute cuisine
• 1 infographic about dining in France - the order of courses and some rules about manners while eating.

Print Activities:

• 1 internet activity with links for students to research French fast food
• 1 internet activity with links for students to research fancier food
• a reading activity on how to read French menus
• an activity with rubric for students to make their own menus

Posters:

• a complete set of printable 8X10 posters that you could print on a printer or have printed on nice photographic paper - 14 different posters featuring French items such as ratatouille, mousse au chocolat, croissants - but also some newcomers that you will find EVERYWHERE in France - kebab and couscous.

Resources:

• A page with clickable links to some useful resources when learning about French cuisine.

The digital version includes:

• an article about fast food and everyday food (in English and French versions)
• an article about haute cuisine (in English and French versions)
• a single page article about how to read a French menu (in English)
• an activity on fast food in France
• an activity on finding a restaurant in France
• an activity on making a menu in French with rubric
• an activity on reading a recipe in French
• a vocabulary matching activity
• an activity on grocery shopping in France
• an activity on reading a French menu
• a matching activity on buying food in specialty shops
• an activity on reading online restaurant reviews
• a page of related links/activities

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Are you tired of struggling to come up with healthy and delicious meals for your kids? Look no further! This kids meal planner is the perfect solution for busy parents. With a variety of easy and customizable recipes, you can easily plan meals that your whole family will love.

This meal planner includes recipes for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks, so you can find the perfect meals for any time of day. Plus, the recipes are all healthy and budget-friendly, so you can feel good about feeding your kids nutritious meals without breaking the bank.

Whether you have picky eaters or kids with allergies or dietary restrictions, this meal planner has something for everyone. And because it is customizable, you can easily adapt the recipes to fit your family's needs.

So what are you waiting for? Order your kids meal planner today and start making meal planning a breeze!