Patterns Unplugged: Reusing Recipes

• Pattern and generalisation are a component of computational thinking

• A context of recipes is used for this activity, linking it to the research and design elements of the Cookery and Nutrition component of Design and Technology

Computing Science

• Understanding the world through computational thinking
• Designing, building and testing computing solutions

Health and Wellbeing: Food and Health:

• The Food Experience

This can be done by:

• Pupils planning and preparing food and can explain and understand the role it has in varied contexts

Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities (TSPC)

• Ask focused questions
• Select, classify, compare and evaluate information
• Make new connections between information
• Listen actively and share opinions

Personal Development and Mutual Understanding (PDMU)

• KS1 Develop strategies and skills for keeping themselves healthy
• KS2 How to sustain their health, growth and well being

Mathematics and Numeracy (Processes)

• KS2 Recognise general patterns and relationships

AoLE
Science and Technology

What Matters Statement
Computation is the foundation for our digital world

Descriptions of learning
Progression Step 2

• I can use computational thinking techniques, through unplugged or offline activities.

AoLE
Health and Well-being

What Matters Statement
Developing physical health and well-being has lifelong benefits.

Descriptions of learning
Progression Step 3

• I can explain the importance of a balanced diet and nutrition and the impact my choices have on my physical health and well-being.
• I can plan and prepare basic, nutritious meals.