Lesson Plan: Cooking a Recipe for Intellectually Disabled High Schoolers

Subject: Life Skills/Cooking Grade Level: High School (Intellectually Disabled Students)

Introduction: - Begin the lesson by discussing the importance of learning basic cooking skills and how it can enhance their independence and daily living. - Explain that today’s lesson will focus on cooking a simple recipe that they can easily replicate at home. - Emphasize the importance of following instructions, measuring ingredients accurately, and practicing kitchen safety.

Lesson Outline: 1. Recipe Selection and Introduction (10 minutes) - Choose a simple recipe suitable for the students’ abilities and dietary restrictions (e.g., no-bake cookies, fruit salad, or a sandwich). - Introduce the recipe, its ingredients, and the steps involved. - Show a video demonstration of the recipe being prepared (provide a link to a video resource).

1. Questioning and Discussion (15 minutes)
   • Engage the students by asking questions related to the recipe, such as:
     • What ingredients do we need?
     • How do we measure ingredients accurately?
     • What safety precautions should we take in the kitchen?
   • Encourage students to share their prior cooking experiences, if any.
2. Recipe Preparation (30 minutes)
   • Divide the students into small groups or pairs.
   • Provide each group with a printed worksheet containing the recipe and step-by-step instructions (provide a link to a printable worksheet resource).
   • Assist students in gathering the necessary ingredients and measuring them accurately.
   • Guide them through each step of the recipe, ensuring they understand and follow the instructions.
   • Offer support and assistance as needed, adapting to individual students’ abilities.
3. Assessment (10 minutes)
   • Observe students’ engagement, participation, and ability to follow instructions.
   • Assess their understanding of kitchen safety and hygiene practices.
   • Evaluate their ability to measure ingredients accurately.
   • Provide verbal feedback and positive reinforcement to encourage their progress.

Differentiation: - Provide visual aids, such as pictures or illustrations, to support understanding. - Simplify instructions or break them down into smaller steps, if necessary. - Assign roles within each group to ensure everyone has a specific task they can handle. - Offer additional support to students who may require it, such as providing one-on-one assistance or using adaptive equipment.

Plenary: - Gather the students together to reflect on their cooking experience. - Ask questions such as: - What did you learn from today’s cooking activity? - Did you enjoy the process? Why or why not? - How can you apply the skills you learned today in your daily life? - Encourage students to share their thoughts and experiences with the class.

Video Resources: - Example: No-Bake Cookies Recipe: [Insert Link] - Example: Fruit Salad Recipe: [Insert Link]

Worksheet Resource: - Printable Recipe Worksheet: [Insert Link]