Digestible Discoveries: Food Throughout Time
Middle School Homeschool Unit Study
Format: Open-and-go, DIGITAL 
Duration: 4 weeks / 20 lessons
Subjects Covered: History, Science, Art, Language Arts
 
From ancient feasts to modern kitchens, this 20-lesson unit takes students on a delicious journey through time to discover how what we eat connects to who we are. Students will explore how farming changed human history, uncover the impact of the Columbian Exchange, and investigate the science behind taste, nutrition, and cooking. Along the way, they’ll see how food has inspired artists, writers, and musicians — and even dive into language with food idioms and persuasive writing.
This unit blends history, science, art, and language arts for a well-rounded learning experience that’s as educational as it is fun. Each lesson is designed for independent or guided learning, making it perfect for middle school homeschoolers.
Highlights include:
The First Farmers & Ancient Foods
The Science of Taste, Digestion, and Preservation
Art & Symbolism in Food
Feasts in History, Music, and Film
Global Food Traditions & Cultural Connections
A Creative “Chef’s Hat” badge project to wrap it all up!