Abstract
Food is one of the most engaging, hands-on materials for preschool classrooms. This article highlights research from the Food FAN Academy (Furr, 2023), which demonstrates how food can be used as a teaching tool across early childhood learning environments. Practical strategies are provided for preschool teachers, including detailed lesson plans that connect to early math, science, literacy, and social development. The article emphasizes the importance of using everyday materials, cultural inclusivity, and active learning methods to promote curiosity, health awareness, and foundational skills in young learners.
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Furr, Kelly; Duffrin, Melani; and Geist, Eugene A.
(2025)
"Using Food as a Fun and Effective Teaching Tool in Preschool,"
Spark! Innovations in Early Childhood Education: A Research-to-Practice Journal for Educators: Vol. 1:
Iss.
1, Article 3.
Available at:
https://repository.lsu.edu/spark/vol1/iss1/3
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