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Highlights

💡 Big Idea 

This lesson gives students a chance to synthesize their learning while building food skills and supporting creativity. 

 

📝 Lesson Prep 
Preview the Lesson 4 Slide Deck. Review the Signature Dish Rubric in the Teacher Guide to plan how to assess and document learning.  

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Grades 7 to 9

Grades 10 to 12

DIY Meals and Snacks Lesson 1: The Building Blocks of Meals and Snacks

Students create meals and snacks using foods from the Canada’s Food Guide Plate.
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Grades 7 to 9

Grades 10 to 12

DIY Meals and Snacks Lesson 2: Exploring Variety

Students explore how a variety of foods helps them get the nutrients they need.
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Grades 7 to 9

Grades 10 to 12

DIY Meals and Snacks Lesson 3: Factors that Affect Food Choices

Students explore how needs and resources can influence food choices.
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