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What's Cooking? Photosynthesis Instructional VideoWhat's Cooking? Photosynthesis Instructional Video
Publisher
Education Development Center
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Grade
5th - 9th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
7:43
Audiences
For Teacher Use
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Instructional Strategies
Direct Instruction
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Technology
Projection
Internet Access
Year
2013
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Instructional Video

What's Cooking? Photosynthesis

Curated and Reviewed by Lesson Planet

Who would expect to learn about photosynthesis during a cooking demonstration? That is exactly what happens when you view this film, one of the best photosynthesis videos you will find! Because the lesson is deliciously delivered through Chef Jamika's chili-rubbed salmon recipe, middle schoolers barely realize what they have learned. They will discover the molecules involved, the plant structures that play a role, and how humans benefit from the vital process of photosynthesis.

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Concepts

photosynthesis, plants, producers

Additional Tags

photosynthesis, plant, producer, science

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Pros

  • A cleverly disguised life science lesson
  • Engaging dialogue
  • High-quality video footage

Cons

  • None

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