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Below is the history lesson plan that guided student learning experiences for the Soul Food recipe contributions. Feel free to adapt or edit the lesson plan to suit your needs.

Saving Our Souls
Lesson Plan - Berdell Rm 316, 5th grade ILS: 18.A.2 16.C.2a ( US )

Vocabulary Words ancestors cooking created ingredients methods recipes southern symbolism tradition utensils


 * // History of Soul Food: Teacher introduces students to vocabulary; class discussion on history. //**

Students’ written response: Favorite soul food dish


 * //__ Slavery and Soul Food __//**

Slaves created their meals from leftovers of their masters as a means for survival. Slaves also exchanged recipes verbally**… (Networking)**


 * // Students’ response to questions pertaining to information provided by teacher in this portion of unit. //**


 * __ Cooking and Techniques __**

Young girls were taught by their parents how to prepare soul food dishes.


 * //Student activity://** student collaborate (groups) on dishes / dishes that they know how to prepare…


 * //__ African American Cuisine __//**

1960’s Southern style of cooking became known as “**//Soul Food.”//** Bringing with it traditions and symbols. **//(Cookbook)//**
 * //Culminating Activity//**: **//Students Wd. Process family recipes (soul food) posted.//**