Imagine life without PB&J's! For some, it isn't a question of want but a question of life and death. High schoolers investigate food allergies and develop presentations that inform others about symptoms of allergic reactions (including anaphylaxis) to food and what to do in emergencies. A second activity has pupils investigating the foods at home that may threaten individuals with food allergies.

Concepts

allergies, food, food labels, ingredients, peanuts, eggs

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Instructional Ideas

• Encourage parents and care givers to provide information about their learner who has food allergies

Classroom Considerations

• Class members must have access to computers with internet
• Requires copies

Pros

• Provides a food allergies special needs factsheet for teachers
• Includes a comprehension quiz and answer key

Cons

• None