Sound of Food
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Healthy Eating
- Learning area: Sensory Exploration
- Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception
Objectives
- Identify foods by the sounds they make
- Describe sounds using onomatopoeia
- Connect sound to food texture
Materials
- Crunchy, crispy, and snappy foods
- Quiet and soft foods for contrast
- Recording device (optional)
- Sound word cards
Assessment
Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Teacher observation of student's listening skills and sound vocabulary.