Lesson Plan: Following Simple Recipes
Objective:
Students will learn to follow a simple recipe to make a basic dish, understanding the steps and
measuring ingredients.
Materials Needed:
Simple recipe (e.g., making a sandwich, fruit salad, or no-bake cookies)
Ingredients and measuring cups/spoons
Mixing bowls and utensils
Visual recipe cards with pictures and step-by-step instructions
Aprons (optional)
Clean-up supplies (e.g., wipes, paper towels)
**1. Introduction (10 minutes):
Discuss Recipes: Explain what a recipe is and its purpose (e.g., guiding you to make a
dish). Show an example recipe card with pictures and labels.
Show Ingredients: Introduce the ingredients needed for the recipe. Explain each
ingredient and its purpose in the recipe.
**2. Direct Instruction (15 minutes):
Read the Recipe: Go through the recipe steps one by one. Use visual aids to highlight
each step and ingredient.
Explain Measurements: Demonstrate how to measure ingredients using measuring cups
and spoons. Show how to read measurements on the tools.
**3. Guided Practice (20 minutes):
Prepare Ingredients: Have students help prepare the ingredients, measuring and pouring
as guided. Provide visual cues and support throughout the process.
Follow Steps: Guide students through each step of the recipe, allowing them to perform
tasks like mixing or assembling ingredients with hands-on support.
**4. Hands-On Activity (25 minutes):
Make the Dish: Allow students to follow the recipe to make the dish. Provide individual
or small group assistance as needed. Ensure students understand and follow each step
correctly.
Taste and Evaluate: After making the dish, encourage students to taste their creation.
Discuss the process and what they enjoyed about it.
**5. Review and Reflection (10 minutes):
Discuss the Process: Review each step of the recipe and discuss what worked well and
any challenges encountered.
Interactive Game: Play a simple game where students match ingredients to the correct
step in the recipe or put steps in the correct order.
**6. Assessment:
Observation: Monitor students as they follow the recipe to assess their understanding of
each step and their ability to measure and mix ingredients.
Recipe Cards: Check that students can correctly identify and follow steps on the visual
recipe cards.
**7. Extension Activities:
Home Practice: Send home a simple recipe with visual instructions for students to try
with their families.
Recipe Book: Have students create a recipe book with their favorite simple recipes and
pictures of the dishes they made.
Tips for Success:
Use Visual Aids: Ensure recipe cards are clear and visually engaging with pictures and
simple language.
Provide Hands-On Support: Assist students actively with measuring and mixing to
build their confidence and skills.
Encourage Participation: Allow all students to participate in preparing the dish,
providing tasks suited to their abilities.
