Food Waste Audit
Grade Range
3rd-11th
Active Time
60 minutes
Total Time
60 minutes
Area of Science
Environmental Science
Key Concepts
sustainability, food waste
Credits

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Have you ever thrown away food after a meal? Have you ever thrown away a whole piece of food? What are some of the reasons you threw away that food? During this Food Waste Audit, students will explore their own impact on our food system. Students will brainstorm solutions to reduce their food waste and be challenged to try out their solution! NGSS AlignmentThis lesson helps students prepare for these Next Generation Science Standards Performance Expectations:
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Grade Range
3rd-11th
Active Time
60 minutes
Total Time
60 minutes
Area of Science
Environmental Science
Key Concepts
sustainability, food waste
Credits
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