Field to freezer class

Science

• The child learned about the process of preserving food through freezing, understanding the scientific principles behind freezing food to keep it fresh.
• They learned about the importance of hygiene and safety practices when handling fresh food items and the freezing process.
• They gained an understanding of the environmental impact of food preservation methods and the benefits of freezing food as a sustainable practice.
• They learned about the nutritional value of different kinds of food and how freezing can help maintain this value over time.

Continued development related to the activity could include exploring other food preservation methods such as canning or drying, visiting a local farm to learn about the source of produce, or experimenting with different recipes using the frozen foods from the class.

Book Recommendations

• From Seed to Table: A Children's Guide to Food Gardening by Katherine Hengel: This book provides an introduction to gardening and food production, helping to deepen the child's understanding of the source of their food.
• The Science Chef: 100 Fun Food Experiments and Recipes for Kids by Joan D'Amico and Karen Eich Drummond: This book offers a fun way for kids to explore science through food, providing hands-on experiments and recipes related to food preservation and cooking.
• Food: 25 Amazing Projects by Kathleen M. Reilly: This book introduces children to the science of food and cooking through hands-on projects, which can complement their learning from the field to freezer class.