Made sourdough bread

English Language Arts

• The child practiced following written instructions to make sourdough bread.
• They learned vocabulary related to baking and cooking.
• They can write a step-by-step procedural text about making sourdough bread.

History

• The child learned about the history of bread-making, including the origins of sourdough bread.
• They can research and present on the historical significance of bread in different cultures.

Math

• The child measured ingredients, practicing skills in fractions and measurements.
• They can calculate ingredient quantities for different batch sizes or adjust a recipe to serve more people.

Physical Education

• The child engaged in physical activity by kneading the dough and shaping the bread.
• They can explore the concept of energy expenditure while baking and compare it to other physical activities they do.

Science

• The child learned about the science of fermentation and how sourdough bread rises.
• They can research the role of yeast and bacteria in the fermentation process.

Social Studies

• The child can explore the role of bread in different cultures and societies around the world.
• They can learn about different bread-making traditions and customs in various countries.

After making sourdough bread, the child can continue their development by experimenting with different types of bread recipes, exploring the cultural and historical significance of various breads, and learning about sustainability and food systems related to bread production.

Book Recommendations

• The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone: A classic story about the process of making bread, teaching the value of hard work and cooperation.
• How Did That Get In My Lunchbox? by Chris Butterworth: Explores where different food items, including bread, come from, connecting to the concepts of food production and sustainability.
• Bread Lab! by Kim Binczewski and Bethany Econopouly: Explores the science of bread-making and the ways that bread is used in different cultures and traditions.