What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Interactive, rich, aesthically-pleasing

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? I found some of the online resources (videos and information) really helpful for starting discussions.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Improving our access to community food waste (commercial food waste).

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? They didn't really think about the fact that us (as a school) create a lot of food waste! Or the issue with people who are flatting or in spaces where composting isn't an option.

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? No - I didn't give it enough time or depth, but I think we could have if I had given it the time it needed!

“The kit was wonderful, but I shouldn't have chosen to do it in Term 4 with my Year 7 class that I was new to. I would recommend doing it it in Term 2 or 3 when there are less interruptions so you can properly do it justice!”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Community, Action, Sustainability

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Really well. We were shocked with how much goes to waste.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? We had many smoothies, muffins, pickles and dehydrated items.

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? The community walk was great. We also visited a local Community Garden on a field trip.

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Not yet. Hopefully next time I use the kit we can do this.

“Excellent kit. I liked that it fitted into our local curriculum. The students were able to identify local food sources and were really engaged in the tasks. The literacy links were great and I will definitely be using the tasks again with another class.”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Fun, Active, Practical

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Learning about what they did globally make it easier for them to apply it to a local issue.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Making fertiliser out of banana skins

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? How much rubbish there was around the community from high processed food.

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? We did a bulk preserving of vegetables to prevent food waste.

“This is a very well sequenced kit that builds on knowldge. It is fun and practical and the interactive parts of the were amazing. The circle walk was a great way to incorporate literacy into inquiry. I thouroughly enjoyed this kit.”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Fun, Variety, Extending

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? We looked at a variety of other resources too as the students were so interested. Extended their thinking.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Composting stations in park areas.

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Our school - students weren't aware of how much we were doing.

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Students would love to add a worm farm to the composting area.

“The students enjoyed the variety of activities but their favourite was the soup making.”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Interesting, engaging, great

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? They have a better understanding, although still a lot for them to comprehend.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? All very similar

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? The different food sources

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? no

“Kids all enjoyed it. Nice variety of activities etc. Was awesome to get students thinking about food waste and how they can can have an impact on it, got them all thinking!”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Varied, motivating, insightful

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? International figures that were relatable to NZ statisitics. It made us aware of how we could do our bit with our community focus.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? The pickling, and growing of old vege and their seeds.

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? Community garden, and community centre.

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? An awareness.

“This kit provided some great activities which provided variety, good discussions with my class. The pickling at the end was a highlight!”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? engaging, interesting and relevant

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Made them aware of how this is a world wide issue and it is everyone's responsibility.

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? -

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? our vegetable garden and fruit tress in the school

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? not at this stage - although our enviro group is embarking on new planting.

“This was a great kit that tied in very well with our inquiry on nutrition and food choices. Was good to get students thinking about food waste and how they can can have an impact on that.”

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Posted 2 months ago

What are three words that describe the activities in this kit? Food We Eat

How effective was the resource in fostering critical thinking about food waste issues?

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How effective was the resource in increasing students’ awareness of local sources of food?

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How did the resource inform students’ understanding of food waste as a global vs local issue? Interesting looking at the map of our school. area. Learned lots

What were the most creative food waste solution suggestions? Pigs at the school

Did the resource encourage new ways of thinking and talking about the value food?

Not at all

Prompted some discussion

Exceptionally well

What did your students find in your community that they hadn’t noticed before and what sparked that discovery? How many people had gardens

Has this kit prompted any new food related initiatives within your school? Worm bins

“Kids had a good time and were interested in where their food was coming from.”

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Posted 2 months ago

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