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LESSON 01 55 MIN
Planting the Seed
LESSON 02 55 MIN
Farming Basics
LESSON 03 55 MIN
Food System Basics
LESSON 04 55 MIN
Urban Agriculture & Your Local Market
LESSON 09 55 MIN
Producing Social Impact
LESSON 010 55 MIN
Responsible Sourcing & Forecasting
LESSON 011 55 MIN
Capstone Food Event
LESSON 012 55 MIN
Planet to Plate Reflection
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LESSON 05 55 MIN
Kitchen & Community
LESSON 06 55 MIN
Presentation & Hospitality
LESSON 07 55 MIN
Event Marketing & Sales
LESSON 08 55 MIN
Spacemaking & Sustainable Engagement
The Edible Learning Curriculum is an interactive, 12-lesson introduction to social entrepreneurship with an emphasis on symbiotic ecosystems and food justice. Through a project-based learning approach grounded in collaborative tasks, students learn where their food comes from, how to make and sell edible products, and ultimately, the value that local access to healthy food brings to the community.
F A R M
Symbiotic Ecosystem
a biological community of interacting organisms and
their physical environment; a complex network or
interconnected system
F O O D
Food Justice
a grassroots initiative emerging from many communities in response
to food insecurity and economic pressures that prevent access to healthy, nutritious, and culturally
appropriate foods
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F U N
Social Entrepreneurship
application of practical, innovative and sustainable approaches that generate a Triple Bottom Line return.
P L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R GE D I B L E L E A R N I N G
Symbiotic Ecosystema biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment; a complex network or interconnected system.
L E S S O N 0 1 Planting the Seed 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Explore the symbiotic relation-ships between organisms in an ecosystem to determine the health of the environment.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Each student individually plants their own vegetable seed in the classroom garden.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
A symbiotic ecosystem starts with a seed and is nurtured through a well- balanced environment
L E S S O N 0 2 Farming Basics 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Investigate the effects of modern food production on the public.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students tend to three sisters crop in classroom garden. Examine seed-to-harvest management and the advantages of access to a local symbiotic food ecosystem.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
The evolution of large scale modern farming networks has affected the health of local symbiotic food ecosystems in positive and negative ways.
L E S S O N 0 4 Urban Agriculture & Your Local Market 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Compare and contrast the hardships and opportunities of utilizing neighborhood food production in dense urban areas.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students interact with SPROUT vertical farming mobile unit in the classroom garden. Analyze examples of how local and mobile farming creates more flexibility for spaces to grow and have access to healthy, fresh food year round.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Hands on contributions made by local communities help create a healthier food ecosystem.
L E S S O N 0 3 Food System Basics 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Trace the network that delivers food to our plate, and determine the issues that arise from transporting our food across the country
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students observe and sample chef pickling demonstration. Students experiment with different preservation methods to find better ways to mitigate transportation issues and maintain foods freshness.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Because food production and delivery networks are complex, it's important to source food from local farmers when accessible.
F A R M
P L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R GE D I B L E L E A R N I N G
Food Justicea grassroots initiative emerging from many communities in response to food insecurity and economic pressures that prevent access to healthy, nutritious, and culturally appropriate foods.
L E S S O N 0 5 Kitchen & Community 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
In response to food desserts, students explore the food justice movement including sharing stories about how the kitchen plays an important role in building a sense of community amongst people.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students engage in a farmer’s market field trip where they will procure fresh ingredients for meal creation in the kitchen.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Fostering teamwork and organi-zation are paramount in feeding communities. The common bonds over the food we source, make and eat together helps support community and promote food justice.
L E S S O N 0 6 Presentation & Hospitality 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Evaluate the amount of planning necessary to execute a good idea in the hospitality industry.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students transform raw ingredients into a communal experience and share a Family Meal together.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
The sharing of a good idea requires careful planning, the assembly of raw ingredients, and thoughtful presentation.
L E S S O N 0 7 Event Marketing & Sales 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Distinguish best practices for how to successfully market an idea to others.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Splash: That social media engagement.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
A clear, unified message can effectively promote an idea and keep the community engaged by providing shared excitement around a common goal.
L E S S O N 0 8 Spacemaking & Sustainable Engagement 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Students analyze how the design of a space can influence their guests overall food and dining experiences.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students work in groups to construct the layout for a restaurant to promote an engaging ambience.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
A well designed space is resourceful, engages many senses, and enhances a visitor’s overall experience.
F O O D
P L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R GE D I B L E L E A R N I N G
F U N
Social Entrepreneurshipapplication of practical, innovative and sustainable approaches that generate a Triple Bottom Line return
L E S S O N 0 9 Producing Social Impact 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Connect how in social entrepreneurship people, the planet, and profit interact in order to create balance for a healthy community.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
With the help of a guest mentor, students plan a capstone food event for the class, and decide how to use food as a medium to achieve larger social impact goals.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Successful events serve as a social platform to bring communities together and promote good ideas.
L E S S O N 1 0 Responsible Sourcing & Forecasting 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Examine what methods of responsible food sourcing and planning can be taken to ensure positive and sustainable impact on the local community.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students prepare and execute preliminary service needs for capstone food event.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Responsibly sourced, local ingredients helps enhance a sus-tainable community network and ultimately saves money.
L E S S O N 1 1 Capstone Food Event 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Discuss how events bring communities together by raising awareness for food justice and strengthening communal bonds.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Students market their event and sell healthy edible products to their local community.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
The creation of a social entrepreneurial platform promotes healthy food and brings the community together around a common purpose.
L E S S O N 1 2 Planet to Plate Reflection 55 MIN
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Review and redefine social entrepreneurship exploring how vision, preparation and teamwork are necessary to support, sell, and engage with a local community.
INDEPENDENT/GROUP WORK
Reflect on the Food Impact event and how taking innovative approaches to food justice can benefit both the community and the individual.
TEACHING OBJECTIVE
Every great idea starts as a seed and must be nurtured and supported by its local community to blossom into a great idea.
F U N
P L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R GE D I B L E L E A R N I N G
Planting the Seed
S T U D E N T P R O M P T S
• notion of large scale awareness
• our role in a system
• identifying problems or needs
• homing into specific individual’s problem-solving actions
A C T I O N I T E M S
EDUCATIONAL: reinforce the lesson’s teaching objective as a snapshot answer to the essential question
NARRATIVE: capture the lesson with a phrase or picture that speaks to the overarching story and concepts of the curriculum as a whole
S K I L L S
COGNITIVE
EvaluationTECHNICAL
Planting
R E S O U R C E S P R O V I D E D
NYSeed Infographic: Symbiotic Ecosystem
Garden bed diagram & planting instructions
Student Package
Field Guide
Seedlings (specific seedling may vary depending on environment and availability)
G L O S S A R Y I T E M S
Symbiosis
Ecosystem
Symbiotic Ecosystems
DURATION: 55 MIN
E D I B L E L E A R N I N GP L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R G
01L E S S O N
Essential Questions
• What makes an ecosystem healthy?
• What makes an ecosystem unhealthy?
Teaching Objective
A symbiotic ecosystem starts with a seed and is nurtured through a well- balanced environment.
Tuning-in Engagements
DEFINE: ecosystem
DEFINE: symbiotic
INTRODUCE: Symbiotic Ecosystem Diagram
WATCH: In Search of Balance trailer
Each student comes to class ready to discuss real world examples of both healthy and unhealthy systems
Core Engagements
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Talk about “symbiosis” and “eco-system” and what they mean
Discuss what makes ecosystems healthy or unhealthy
INDEPENDENT / GROUP WORK
Students plant seeds / seedlings in the classroom garden
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2The Kitchen Community
S T U D E N T P R O M P T S
• notion of large scale awareness
• our role in a system
• identifying problems or needs
• homing into specific individual’s problem-solving actions
A C T I O N I T E M S
EDUCATIONAL: reinforce the lesson’s teaching objective as a snapshot answer to the essential question
NARRATIVE: capture the lesson with a phrase or picture that speaks to the overarching story and concepts of the curriculum as a whole
S K I L L S
COGNITIVE
PlanningTECHNICAL
Organization
R E S O U R C E S P R O V I D E D
Purveyor Order Form
Kitchen layout Diagram
Brigade System Infographic
Student Package
Field Guide
G L O S S A R Y I T E M S
Food Justice
Food Desert
Food Purveyor
Procurement
DURATION: 55 MIN
E D I B L E L E A R N I N GP L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R G
05L E S S O N
Essential Questions
• How is the kitchen an important space in people's lives?
• How does sourcing, making, and eating food together enhance communal bonds?
Teaching Objective
Fostering teamwork and organization are paramount in feeding communities. The common bonds over the food we source, make and eat together helps support community and promote food justice.
Tuning-in Engagements
DEFINE: Food Justice
DEFINE: Food Desert
IDENTIFY: an example of a food desert
WATCH: Sustainable use of a whole animal “Nose to Tail”
OR: Edible Foraging
Core Engagements
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
How is the kitchen an important space in people's lives?
How does the relationship between markets and kitchens impact what communities consume?
How does sourcing, making, and eating food together enhance communal bonds?
INDEPENDENT / GROUP WORK:
Food purveyor guest speaker and field trip to a farmers market to “procure” certain items from their Purveyor Order Form
Producing Social Impact
S T U D E N T P R O M P T S
• notion of large scale awareness
• our role in a system
• identifying problems or needs
• homing into specific individual’s problem-solving actions
A C T I O N I T E M S
EDUCATIONAL: reinforce the lesson’s teaching objective as a snapshot answer to the essential question
NARRATIVE: capture the lesson with a phrase or picture that speaks to the overarching story and concepts of the curriculum as a whole
S K I L L S
COGNITIVE
Planning
TECHNICAL
Event Planning
R E S O U R C E S P R O V I D E D
Event Planning Checklist
Budget Spreadsheet
Purchase Orders
Menu Planning Diagram
Guest List
Student Package
Field Guide
G L O S S A R Y I T E M S
Social Entrepreneurship
Innovation
Proof of Concept
DURATION: 55 MIN
E D I B L E L E A R N I N GP L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R G
09L E S S O N
Essential Question
• What components serve social impact and how can an event further that cause?
Teaching Objective
Successful events serve as a social platform to bring communities together and promote good ideas.
Tuning-in Engagements
DEFINE: Entrepreneurship
DEFINE: Social Impact
IDENTIFY: the Social Impact platform for the capstone event
WATCH: Social Entrepreneurial video showcasing the popular brand Toms Shoes
Core Engagements
KNOWLEDGE CONSTRUCTION
Discussion of Social Entrepreneurship through the lens of Toms Shoes
INDEPENDENT / GROUP WORK:
Students plan their capstone event, focusing on balance vs. imbalance in their own community and what benefits it will bring to their community.
3F U N
F O O D
Educate +
Activate F U N
Operate +
Elevate
Design +
Build
F A R M
F L E X I B L E I M M E R S I V E
FA R M T E C H
U R B A N ? I N F R A S T
S O C I A L E N T H A N D S O N
A L L AG E S AC C E S S
D I V E R S E V E RT I C A L
D I S C OV E R Y M I N WA S T E
E X P E R I E N C E B U I L D
P E R M AC U LT U R EC O M M U N I T YF O O D
J U S T I C E
M O B I L E E A S E O F U S EC E N T E R P I E C E
C L A S S RO O M P L A N T
P L A N E T 2 P L A T E . O R GE D I B L E L E A R N I N G