SS3 Third Term Food and Nutrition Lesson Note and Scheme of Work

Third Term: Food and Nutrition

Week 1: Advanced Nutrition Concepts

Lesson: Exploring advanced topics in nutrition

Activity: Research and presentation on a contemporary nutritional issue

Week 2: Community Nutrition Programs

Lesson: Understanding community-based nutrition initiatives

Activity: Collaborative project – Designing a nutrition program for the local community

Week 3: Sports Nutrition

Lesson: Importance of nutrition in sports performance

Activity: Guest speaker – Sports nutritionist providing insights and tips

Week 4: Aging and Nutrition

Lesson: Addressing nutritional needs in different life stages

Activity: Interviewing older community members on their dietary habits

Week 5: Food and Culture

Lesson: Examining the cultural significance of various cuisines

Activity: Cooking workshop – Preparing traditional dishes from different cultures

Week 6: Mindful Eating

Lesson: Practicing mindful eating habits

Activity: Mindful eating exercise and journaling reflections

Week 7: Food Education Programs

Lesson: Role of education in promoting healthy eating habits

Activity: Designing a nutrition awareness campaign for schools

Week 8: Food and Mental Health

Lesson: Exploring the connection between diet and mental well-being

Activity: Group discussion on the impact of food on mood and cognition

Week 9: Food Policy and Advocacy

Lesson: Understanding food-related policies and advocacy

Activity: Mock debate on a current food policy issue

Week 10: Culmination Project

Lesson: Planning and executing a comprehensive food and nutrition project

Activity: Students work on a final project integrating knowledge from the entire year

Week 11: Revision Week

Reviewing all concepts covered during the third term

Week 12: Examination Week

Comprehensive examination covering the entire year’s curriculum

Week 13: School Dismissal Week

Final reflections on the Food and Nutrition course

Awarding certificates and celebrating achievements.