How different would our diets be if we lived in Africa? - Teacher notes

Exploring the diversity of diets across the globe, these teaching notes guide students to reflect on their own daily food consumption by making a list of what they typically eat in a day. The lesson then shifts to the diets of individuals living in a Kenyan village, prompting students to think about how their eating habits might differ from those of people in another part of the world. To provide a comparative perspective, the children are encouraged to discuss the differences in food availability and dietary patterns between a small village and a major city in Kenya, where international fast-food chains like McDonald's are accessible.

The lesson plan also includes an engaging activity where students explore the variety of fruits grown in Kenya. They are taken on a virtual visit to a Kenyan orange farm through an online video, which provides a visual and informative experience about fruit cultivation in the region. Following the exploration, a tasting session is suggested where children can sample different fruits and vote for their favourites, adding a sensory dimension to the learning experience. To draw a parallel, the lesson concludes by encouraging students to consider the types of fruit that grow naturally in their own country and to reflect on the potential differences in their lives and diets if they were to live in Kenya.