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The Journey of Food: Farm to Fork Fiesta - An engaging and educational primary school assembly script that takes students on a flavorful journey from where food originates to how it nourishes our bodies!

This play explores the “Farm to Fork” process, covering farming, food miles, Fairtrade, processing, digestion, and kitchen safety. With 30 flexible roles, it’s perfect for a class-wide exploration of food and healthy eating.

Key Features:

Comprehensive Food Journey: The script covers the complete journey of food, from farms and fields to processing and how it’s used by our bodies.  
Diverse Farming Practices: It explores UK farming (arable and pastoral) and the importance of global trade due to climate differences.  
Food Miles and Seasons: The script explains the concept of food miles and the benefits of eating seasonal, local produce.  
Fairtrade Awareness: It introduces Fairtrade and its importance in ensuring fair compensation for farmers and workers in developing countries.  
Processing Explained: The script demystifies food processing, showing how raw ingredients are transformed into consumable products.  
Digestive System Adventure: It simplifies the complex process of digestion with an engaging “Digestion in a Bag” experiment.  
Healthy Eating Guidance: The script highlights the Eatwell Guide and the importance of a balanced diet with 5 A Day.  
Kitchen Safety: It provides essential kitchen safety tips for young cooks.  
Empowering Conclusion: The play encourages informed food choices that benefit both personal health and the planet.  
Catchy Song: The script ends with an upbeat song about healthy eating.
Benefits:

Teaches children about the journey of their food from farm to fork.
Promotes healthy eating habits and an understanding of nutrition.
Raises awareness of global food production and ethical considerations like Fairtrade.
Develops performance skills, teamwork, and confidence.
Ideal for:

Primary school assemblies
Science or PSHE lessons
Food-themed projects or events
Health and nutrition education
Give your students a “Farm to Fork Fiesta” of knowledge with this fun and informative script!