Investigation: Science at Mealtime
Description
As children eat their meal, encourage them to observe and describe the properties of the food they’re eating either verbally, using AAC, visuals, or signs.
Adaptations are built into this investigation.
Environment
If possible, allow children to touch and explore their food independently so they can use all of their senses.
Materials
- Provide utensils for children to use if they do not want to touch certain foods or textures.
- Wearing gloves might also help a child explore some textures.
Instruction
Consider exploring one type of food at a time or only 1 or 2 pieces of something at a time so the child is able to notice, feel, and identify properties.