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A fun way to learn about food safety.

Did the Panthers have to forfeit the play-offs because they had food poisoning? Are all bacteria harmful? Can microorganisms really turn one food into another food? The answer to these questions can be found in this exciting video and curriculum series on food safety. The series contains five lessons with an optional field trip.

  • It Takes Teamwork to Win
  • The Mystery of the Poisoned Panther Picnic
  • Food Bandits
  • Food Magicians
  • The Lunch Bunch
  • Food Safety Field Trip

    • Objectives

  • To learn the role of each member of the food safety team.
  • To learn that some microorganisms are helpful and some are harmful.
  • To learn how to prepare food safely and prevent bacteria from multiplying on food.
  • To learn how restaurants and cafeterias keep food safe.

    • Grade Level: 4th and 5th grade

    Curricular Materials

  • Instructors manual and lesson plans
  • Video "The Mystery of the Poisoned Panther Picnic"
  • Pre/Post test evaluation instrument

    • Materials: Publication Number:
    Mystery of the Poisoned Panther Picnic V-CFS 29
    Mystery of the Poisoned Panther Picnic (Spanish version) C-CFS 29S