Texture Taste Test
- Framework: EYFS
- Unit: EYFS Healthy Eating
- Learning area: Sensory Exploration
- Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception
Objectives
- Identify and describe different food textures
- Use descriptive vocabulary to communicate experiences
- Compare and contrast sensory experiences
Materials
- Foods with varied textures (crunchy, smooth, chewy, soft)
- Texture description cards
- Recording sheets
- Blindfolds (optional)
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 use of sensory vocabulary.