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Editable scaffolded NEA2 PowerPoint template to guide students through planning, costing, photos, and evaluation for OCR GCSE Food Prep and Nutrition. What is this resource? This is a fully editable PowerPoint template designed to support students through the planning, preparation, and evaluation stages of NEA2 for OCR GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition. It includes clear scaffolding to help students break down the task, organise their research, plan their dishes, and present their practical outcomes confidently. What’s included? Planning slides with sentence starters and guidance Mind map and research structure Dish selection and justification templates Costing tables and portion analysis Time plan with H&S, equipment and control points Photographic evidence planner with caption prompts Evaluation and analysis writing frames Bibliography and student checklist Important Yellow slides and sentence starters are for planning only Clear reminders are included: scaffolding must be removed before submission Students must write their final work in their own words to comply with OCR and JCQ regulations Who is it for? Food tech teachers delivering OCR GCSE NEA2 Departments supporting students who need help with organisation Those looking for a consistent and compliant framework for coursework Why this resource? Supports independent thinking while offering structured guidance Saves planning time for teachers Helps ensure all assessment objectives are covered Editable and adaptable to different briefs Format PowerPoint (.pptx) file fully editable in A4 Landscape Can be used digitally or printed Includes visual tips on layout, design, and presentation This resource was developed by a qualified teacher using AI-assisted planning to support curriculum design and save time in the classroom. It has been fully reviewed, customised, and tested with real learners. Author is a qualified Design and Technology teacher with a specialism in Food and Nutrition.

A vibrant, structured zine exploring the Eatwell Guide, nutrients, and lunchbox planning for KS3. Designed for teacher-led delivery. Ideal for creative, curriculum-aligned Food & Nutrition lessons. This engaging, zine-style Food & Nutrition resource supports teacher-led lessons on healthy eating, balanced diets, and nutrition for Key Stage 3. ** Please note This isn’t a standalone worksheet pack, it’s a classroom resource best used with guided delivery, questioning, and discussion. ** Each section includes structured tasks that build students’ understanding of the Eatwell Guide, macronutrients, meal balance, and cost-effective lunchbox planning. The format is lively and visual, but still grounded in curriculum objectives – ideal for students who enjoy creativity while learning key nutritional concepts. Although designed by a subject specialist, non-specialists can deliver this resource successfully by pairing it with BBC Bitesize articles and short videos, which reinforce key knowledge throughout. What’s Included? Printable/digital A4 zine booklet (PowerPoint format for easy customisation) Fully illustrated tasks and scaffolded writing prompts Real-world scenario: students design a lunchbox for a Year 7 girl based on taste preferences, cost, and energy needs Quizzes and comic-based activities to reinforce key knowledge in fun ways Lunchbox analysis task with Eatwell Guide links and nutrient breakdown Use It For: Core Food & Nutrition lessons (teacher-led) Double lessons or split into chunks across a scheme Project-based learning Prep for food science practicals or written tasks Cover lessons (you need to add teacher instructions and give access to BBC Bitesize) Contents The Eatwell Guide Label,:annotate, group discussion Colourful Nutrition Drawing: food group exploration What’s Missing? Meal evaluation and completion task Why Is a Balanced Diet Important? Scaffolded short writing task Quiz Time : 15-question assessment/recap Food Hero vs Junk Food Villain: 4-panel comic story – creative thinking Crossword: Key vocabulary consolidation Meet Ella (Scenario): Reading for detail, brief analysis Lunchbox Planning: Meal planning with cost and nutrition Analysing Lunchbox Foods: Nutrient and food group breakdown The Perfect Lunchbox: Final draw/label/explain + reflection Key Topics Covered Eatwell Guide and food groups Macronutrients and micronutrients Balanced meal planning Portion size and energy needs Cost-effective healthy eating Scenario-based reasoning Comic and visual storytelling in food education Recommended Pairing Use with BBC Bitesize KS3 Food and Nutrition pages for: Food group explanations Interactive quizzes Nutrient information Balanced diet videos Created by:

A 16-page printable KS3 Food & Nutrition zine exploring nutrients through two accessible recipes. Includes recap tasks, assessments, sensory analysis, and skill checklists. Supplied in both PDF and fully editable PowerPoint formats. Designed in black and white for student colouring. Classroom tested with strong engagement. This 16-page A4 black-and-white zine introduces students to macronutrients and micronutrients, linking nutrition theory directly to two practical cooking tasks: cheese scones and bean chilli. Designed for KS3 Food lessons, the zine includes recap sheets, self-assessments, kitchen skill checklists, and visual tools to support learning across different ability levels. The resource has been tested in the classroom with excellent student engagement. Every page is black and white, making it suitable for photocopying or colouring in, and supplied as both a fully editable PowerPoint file and print-ready PDF. Key Features: What’s Included: 16-page A4 printable zine Macronutrient & micronutrient theory with visuals and examples Two complete recipes (Cheese Scones and Bean Chilli) with method, equipment, and nutritional analysis Peer/self-assessment grids and improvement prompts Kitchen skills checklists Sensory evaluation activities Starter recap pages for classroom or homework use Designed to be coloured in by students (black and white layout) Contents Cover page: Nutrients zine title Intro: What nutrients are and why we need them Macro vs Micro Nutrients: Simple overview Macronutrient summary: Carbs, protein, fat Nutrient hand activity: Label five fingers with nutrients What is a nutrient?: Recap and definition Function focus: Carbs, protein, fat explained Reflection activity: “I think I’m important because...” Cheese scone recipe: Method and ingredients Equipment match-up: Identify tools and uses Nutrition notes: Balanced diet and Eatwell Guide links Kitchen skills checklist: Safe, hygienic food prep Assessment: Peer/self marking and improvement Descriptive word bank: Texture, taste, appearance, smell Sensory analysis prompts: What went well / what to improve Superpower activity: Macronutrients in ingredients Micronutrient introduction: Vitamins, minerals, water Micronutrient overview: Expanded nutrient info Vitamin focus: What they do and where they come from Vitamins topic starter Bean chilli recipe: Method and ingredients Equipment overview: Prep tools and usage Knife safety reminder: Bridge hold / claw grip Kitchen skills checklist: Chilli-specific prep and safety Nutrition analysis: Ingredient-by-ingredient breakdown Capsaicin fact box: Why chilli feels hot Ingredient match activity: “Who am I?” Recap: Starter or revision task Macronutrients Recap: Starter or revision task Mcronutrients

A fun, student-friendly 18-page zine for lower KS3 Food & Nutrition, exploring energy needs and food labelling through practical tasks and creative thinking. Includes 2 simple recipes, an adaptation challenge, assessments, and label-reading activities. Designed to be printed and filled in by hand, ideal for colouring or printing on coloured paper. Fully editable, tested in the classroom with strong engagement. Created to support teaching, and theory elements are suitable for non-specialists with guidance. Please note: This is not a full lesson or scheme of work. It is a support resource, designed to be used alongside teaching. With clear teacher guidance, the non-cooking theory elements can be delivered by a non-specialist. This 18-page A4 zine supports students in exploring energy requirements, nutrition through life stages, and how to read food labels. It links theory to practice with two simple, affordable recipes: flapjacks and savoury pinwheels. Students complete a range of engaging tasks: reflecting on their own energy needs, adapting a recipe to explore sugar and fat content, identifying hidden ingredients, and decoding the traffic light system. Illustrations of people have been thoughtfully chosen to reflect ethnic diversity and promote representation. What’s Included: 18-page black-and-white zine (editable PowerPoint + print-ready PDF) Designed for student annotation and colouring, or to print on coloured paper Two recipe-linked practicals: Flapjacks: includes an ingredient adaptation activity (students change sugar/fat levels and evaluate the outcome) Savoury Pinwheels: supports learning about fat, labels, and food swaps Recap questions, redrafting tasks, and structured self-assessment Traffic light labelling worksheets, hidden sugar/fat activities Designed to fit teacher-led lessons or homework extensions Skills Developed: Understanding energy needs for different ages and life stages Applying nutrition knowledge to real-world food choices Adapting recipes and evaluating texture, flavour, and presentation Developing food label literacy using the traffic light system Improving descriptive language through sensory analysis Practising safe and independent cooking with structured support Created by: A qualified Food Technology teacher with KS3/KS4 experience. Layout supported by AI-assisted design tools, with content tested and refined through classroom use. Works best when used alongside your teaching or with trusted video resources like BBC Bitesize.

A 10-page printable KS3 zine introducing kitchen safety, hygiene, and knife skills through hands-on tasks and reflective activities. Includes a couscous salad recipe, step-by-step guides, and assessments. Fully editable (PowerPoint + PDF), designed for younger KS3 students. Print-friendly and classroom tested. Please note This is not a complete lesson or standalone scheme it’s a support resource to use alongside teaching. With clear guidance, the non-cooking elements can be delivered by a non-specialist. This 10-page A4 zine introduces essential kitchen safety, hygiene rules, and knife skills for KS3 students. It blends practical learning with fun, accessible design; ideal as a starter resource for Year 7 or for any group needing a reset on safe kitchen routines. It includes a simple couscous salad recipe to build skills like boiling water in a kettle, chopping vegetables using correct grips, and working cleanly and safely in pairs or small teams. What’s Included: 10-page zine in fully editable PowerPoint and print-ready PDF Designed to be printed and filled in by hand, students can colour it in or use coloured paper Step-by-step visuals and prompts covering: Personal hygiene rules Spotting kitchen hazards Knife safety (including bridge and claw grips) Cleaning up correctly Practising teamwork in the kitchen Student-friendly couscous salad recipe using basic equipment Reflections, assessments, and redrafting prompts to embed learning Skills Developed: Recognising risks and preventing accidents in a food room Understanding hygiene routines and food safety Using knives safely with correct grips (bridge and claw) Practising accurate vegetable preparation using basic knife cuts Working as a team and keeping a tidy, efficient kitchen space Reflecting on practical work and improving through redrafting Created by: A qualified Food & Nutrition teacher with KS3 and KS4 experience. Layout and visual style supported by AI-assisted design tools. This resource has been classroom tested with strong student engagement. Print-and-go, fully editable

Street Food Mini NEA2 Template: GCSE Food Preparation and Nutrition (Practice Project) This scaffolded and fully editable PowerPoint guides students through a complete NEA2-style project, using the engaging brief of designing street food for teenagers. Ideal for Year 10 learners as a confidence-building preparation task for the real NEA2. Includes: Fully editable PowerPoint format PDF version included for easy printing or online use A completed example project to model expectations and show students what a strong response looks like Scaffolded slides for research, planning, costing, time plans, photo evidence, and evaluation Sentence starters, writing frames, and supportive structure throughout Student-friendly layout and clear visual guidance This practice project has been classroom-tested: students were highly engaged and made excellent progress across all ability levels. Written by a qualified Food teacher: created to build confidence with structured support while clearly showing the path toward independent work in Year 11. Note: I used AI tools to help polish layout and phrasing, but all content is my own and has been tailored and tested in real teaching settings.

Support inclusive teaching with this clear, student-friendly guide to special diets, allergies, and religious food rules, designed for KS2 and KS3 learners. This resource covers medical, ethical, and religious dietary needs with accessible explanations, colourful character illustrations, and practical classroom tools. This resource is fully editable, allowing you to customise text, visuals, or layout to suit your students’ needs or local curriculum. What’s included: Can / Can’t Eat tables for quick reference Dietary overviews for allergies, coeliac, diabetes, lactose intolerance, and more Key information on vegetarian, vegan, and eco-friendly diets Religion-based food rules (Christianity, Islam, Judaism, etc.) Kawaii-style posters to support empathy and engagement Features: Christian Diet Hindu Diet Buddhist Diet Sikh Diet Islamic (Halal) Diet Jewish (Kosher) Diet Vegetarian Diet Vegan Diet Eco-Friendly Diet Coeliac Disease (Gluten-Free) Diabetes Lactose Intolerance Low Salt Low Fat Allergies Perfect for use in Food and Nutrition, PSHE, RE, or Healthy Eating lessons. Created by a specialist Food & DT teacher. Tried and tested with real students. About This Resource: This resource was developed by a qualified Food & Design Technology teacher using a blend of professional expertise and AI-assisted design tools. Content has been carefully reviewed, adapted, and tested for classroom use to ensure clarity, inclusivity, and student engagement. AI was used to support illustration and formatting: every element has been curated with care to meet the needs of real learners.

Celebrate effort, teamwork, and practical excellence in your KS3 Food Tech lessons with these printable A4 certificates! These two bold, zine-style certificates are designed to engage students and support positive classroom culture. They’re perfect for: Rewarding outstanding cooking, teamwork, or attitude Aligning with your existing behaviour policy Creating a moment of pride in weekly lessons or end-of-project reflections Includes: Fully editable A4 PDFs and JPEGs Black-and-white artwork designed to be coloured in by students or printed on coloured paper Two awards: Star Chef (for skill and care) and Team Star (for teamwork and positivity) Editable so you can change the award title and the wording underneath. Tested in the classroom with strong student engagement and easy integration into regular routines. Created by a fully qualified Food Tech teacher using classroom experience and AI-assisted design tools to streamline layout and visual impact. Part of a growing set of zine-inspired KS3 resources: check out the full Food Heroes Nutrition Zine for linked learning. Free to download and ready to use, please leave a review if you like them.

Food Tech Award Certificates – Star Chef & Top Cook Brighten up your Food Tech classroom with these fun, student-friendly award certificates! Perfect for celebrating effort, progress, and safe working in practical lessons, these two editable certificates: Star Chef and Top Cook are designed with a cheerful kawaii fruit-and-veg border on a clean layout that leaves plenty of space for writing student names and dates. All text is editable in the Powerpoint version What’s included: 2 printable certificates ( as PDF and Powerpoint) Positive wording encouraging safe, skilled kitchen work Two wording levels: one formal, one simplified that are editable Kawaii design featuring smiling ingredients and a cheerful layout Perfect for: End-of-term celebrations Rewarding effort and safe working in practical lessons Class displays or take-home awards Created by a qualified Food & DT teacher and tested with real students, these certificates are a light-hearted way to celebrate your learners’ efforts while reinforcing good Food Tech habits. Illustrations were created with the help of AI image tools and edited for classroom use.

These worksheets introduce KS3 students to macro and micro nutrients through a fun, accessible activity featuring cartoon nutrient superheroes. Students are prompted to think about why each nutrient is important and write short explanations based on class discussion. Designed to be teacher-led, this resource works best when the teacher talks students through each nutrient, helping them link the cartoon characters to their real-life functions. It pairs well with BBC Bitesize resources to reinforce learning. Created by a specialist Food teacher, with illustrations generated using AI tools, this worksheet is a free sample from a 16-page KS3 Food & Nutrition printable zine. The full zine explores nutrients through two accessible recipes – cheese scones and bean chilli – and includes recap tasks, assessments, sensory analysis, and kitchen skill checklists. Supplied in both editable PowerPoint and print-ready PDF formats, all in black and white for easy photocopying or student colouring. /teaching-resource/food-and-nutrition-zine-nutrients-edition-ks3-focus-13284569 Classroom tested with strong engagement. Ideal for busy Food teachers looking for flexible, student-friendly resources.

This engaging lesson asks students to design six different pizza slices: one for themselves and five for people with special dietary needs. It helps learners explore how to adapt recipes so that everyone can enjoy the same meal, no matter their dietary restrictions or beliefs. This is my go-to cover lesson and I’ve used it for years 7, 8 and 9 many times. It has good engagement, there are great opportunities for discussion (pineapple on pizza, yes or no?) and you can end up with colourful, student created artwork to hang on your walls. In this lesson, students will: Watch a short video on special diets (Or use the printed alternative if screens are not available) Research five different dietary needs (e.g. vegan, halal, coeliac) Complete a simple comparison table to explore what people can and can’t eat Design six pizza slices, drawing toppings and writing short explanations Use clear visual guides to help draw realistic pizza toppings Consider inclusivity, allergies, religion, ethics, and health in food choices Tried and tested in the classroom Designed by a qualified Food Tech teacher Works brilliantly as a cover lesson Flexible format, can be taught with videos and slides, or using printed resources only Relevant videos embedded and linked in the PDF Pairs perfectly with my Understanding Dietary Needs resource (also available as a bundle) Includes printable drawing templates and simple ingredient illustrations Note: Some images in this resource were created with the help of AI tools and adapted for classroom use.

A flexible Food & PSHE resource to explore toppings, nutrition, and dietary needs. This printable worksheet lets students design a six-slice pizza using 14 labelled toppings (cut, colour, stick), or by drawing their own. It supports discussion around food choices, special diets, and inclusivity. Perfect as: An extension to Pizza Party: Adapting a Recipe for Dietary Needs A standalone Food or PSHE task Creative homework or early finisher activity How to Use: Design slices for different dietary needs (e.g. vegetarian, halal, nut-free) Link to nutrition: use the Eatwell Guide to build a balanced pizza Encourage creativity: colour or draw your own toppings Pair work or display activity with written explanations Curriculum Links: KS2 and KS3 Food: nutrition, adapting dishes, ingredient knowledge PSHE: empathy, diversity, informed food choices Details: Made by a qualified Food Tech teacher Tested in real KS2 & KS3 classrooms AI-generated images for clarity Black and white, easy to print and photocopy Pairs perfectly with Pizza Party or works alone to support food, health, and inclusion topics.