How can cooking activities from the book be adapted for different age groups in KS2?
The book "What's Cooking at 10 Garden Street" by Felicita Sala can be adapted to suit different age groups within KS2 (ages 7-11). Here's how cooking activities can be tailored:
For Younger KS2 Students - Aged 7-9:
- Simple Tasks: Focus on basic skills like washing vegetables, stirring ingredients, and measuring dry goods.
- Supervision: Provide close guidance for tasks involving cutting or using kitchen appliances.
- Recipe Simplification: Break down complex recipes into simpler steps.
- Safety First: Emphasize hand washing and basic food safety rules.
For Older KS2 Students - Aged 9-11:
- Advanced Skills: Introduce more complex techniques like grating, peeling, and using a small knife with proper technique (claw grip and bridge hold).
- Independence: Allow more autonomy in following recipes and using kitchen equipment under supervision.
- Cultural Exploration: Encourage deeper discussions about the origins of dishes and cultural significance.
- Recipe Adaptation: Challenge students to modify recipes or suggest ingredient substitutions.
General Adaptations for All KS2 Ages:
- Group Work: Pair younger and older students to foster peer learning and teamwork.
- Visual Aids: Use the book's illustrations to create step-by-step visual guides for recipes.
- Cross-Curricular Links: Incorporate maths (measuring, timing) and geography (locating countries of recipe origins) into cooking activities.
- Tasting Sessions: Organize safe tasting sessions to encourage trying new foods and discussing flavours.
By adapting activities to suit different age groups, teachers can ensure that all KS2 students benefit from the culinary and cultural learning experiences offered by "What's Cooking at 10 Garden Street".
