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VIDEO LESSONS
our two video series engage students through high-quality science instruction and invite playful experimentation with food and cooking
the science behind
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A fun and informative 8-10 minute video where we explore & experiment with a food & explain its connection to traditional science concepts.
how to
A 2 minute video demonstrating a step-by-step simplified recipe or lab aligned with the Science Behind video.
supplementary resources
Supplementary resources include a teacher lesson plan with lab, a teacher lesson plan without a lab, ready-to-use classroom slides, lab protocol with preparation and reflection questions, a video handout, deep dive worksheets, and answer keys. These resources are primarily intended for an educational setting.
SCIENCE SNACKS
A 4-5 minute video that walks through an activity/recipe, briefly explains the science behind it, & provides tinkering ideas.
supplementary resources
The supplementary resources Include lesson plans and printable student worksheets. These resources are written for anyone looking for hands-on activities (afterschool programs, clubs, electives, & at-home).
what's included
LESSON PLANS
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include objectives, essential questions, and NGSS standards, and breakdown of activities
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choose between:
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1-day lesson plan that uses deep dive worksheets and classroom slides (no materials required)
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2-day lesson plan that includes a lab & preparation and safety tips
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CLASSROOM SLIDES
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ready to be presented or shared with students
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activate prior knowledge and generate excitement to make the most of our videos
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includes supplemental images and supportive slides for scaffolding during the lab
DEEP DIVE WORKSHEETS
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for Science Behind videos only
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extend exploration and critical thinking beyond the video
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further understand concepts through written and visual explanations and worksheets
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all worksheets include answer keys
why videos?
We prioritze using videos for all of our lessons. Here's why.
VISUALS
Key points and processes in labs/recipes are often best explained through visuals- for both students & educators.
ENGAGEMENT
Engage learners through captivating visuals, helpful graphics, and a conversational tone.
ACCESSIBILITY
Use of video and audio in addition to text makes labs and science content more accessible.
PLAYFULNESS
Less time spent understanding directions means more time for play and tinkering.
layers of complexity
We design our videos and activities to align with maker-based principles established by Seymour Papert, Mitchel Resnick, and Brian Silverman. In particular, we aim for our activities to have "low floors", "high ceilings" and "wide walls".
what does this mean?
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We make our recipes highly accessible by starting with a highly guided, basic template, recipe, or activity.
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We then provide a variety of suggestions and ideas for tinkering & extensions.