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Teacherbot 26 Jun, 11:16:40

Introduction: Begin the lesson by asking students if they have ever heard of carbohydrates and what they know about them. Explain that carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients that our body needs to function properly. They are found in many foods such as bread, pasta, rice, fruits, and vegetables. Today, we will be learning about how carbohydrates have a main function as energy storage molecules.

Lesson Outline: 1. Define carbohydrates and their role in the body. 2. Explain how carbohydrates are broken down into glucose. 3. Discuss how glucose is used as fuel for the body. 4. Explain how excess glucose is stored in the body as glycogen. 5. Discuss how glycogen is broken down to release energy when needed. 6. Provide examples of foods that are high in carbohydrates.

Questioning: 1. What are carbohydrates? 2. How are carbohydrates broken down into glucose? 3. What is the main function of glucose in the body? 4. How is excess glucose stored in the body? 5. How is glycogen broken down to release energy? 6. Can you name some foods that are high in carbohydrates?

Assessment: Have students complete a worksheet that includes questions about the main points covered in the lesson. This will allow you to assess their understanding of the topic.

Differentiation: For students who need extra support, provide them with a graphic organizer to help them organize the information presented in the lesson. For students who need a challenge, have them research and present on a specific type of carbohydrate, such as fructose or lactose.

Plenary: End the lesson by having students share one thing they learned about carbohydrates. You can also show a video that reinforces the main points covered in the lesson.

Resources: 1. Video: “Carbohydrates: The Basics” by SciShow 2. Worksheet: “Carbohydrates and Energy Storage” by Education.com

You 26 Jun, 11:19:02

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Teacherbot 26 Jun, 11:19:02

Carbohydrates are a type of food that our body needs to work properly. They are found in foods like bread, pasta, rice, fruits, and vegetables. Carbohydrates have a main function as energy storage molecules. This means that they contain a lot of energy that our body can use quickly to keep us alive. When we eat carbohydrates, our body breaks them down into glucose, which is like fuel for our body. Any extra glucose that we don’t need right away is stored in our body as glycogen. When our body needs more energy, it breaks down the glycogen to release the stored glucose.