Introduction to the Curriculum
Leah’s Pantry Food Smarts Waste Reduction is a stand-alone curriculum that covers information around reducing household food waste while engaging in healthy eating. The Food Smarts Waste Reduction for Adults curriculum consists of three 90-minute sessions in which participants:
- Understand the consequences of food waste and the importance of its reduction
- Learn how to repurpose food scraps, revitalize leftovers, store, and preserve food
- Develop individual goals for minimizing food waste
- Learn recipes and cooking techniques that aid in reducing food waste
- Learn strategies for decreasing waste from packaging, “expired” food, and improper food storage
- Increase fruit and vegetable consumption
The Food Smarts Waste Reduction for Kids curriculum consists of five 60-minute sessions, with participant goals such as:
- Explore the environmental and social impact of food waste
- Appreciate the value of food and the resources required for its production
- Expand their palates and reduce food waste through culinary exploration
- Creatively repurpose food scraps and leftovers
- Gain practical skills for composting food scraps and recycling food packaging
- Develop mindful consumption habits to minimize food waste
Training is required. For more information, please visit the Leah’s Pantry website at the links below.