A Knowledge organiser that captures the essential knowledge and skills learnt throughout the Year 4 Design and Technology (D&T) unit Cooking and Nutrition: Adapting a Recipe.
This resource is designed to support children as they learn how to modify recipes thoughtfully to create unique dishes. Pupils will explore the concept of adapting recipes by adding or removing ingredients to suit different tastes, dietary requirements, or target audiences. The organiser introduces key vocabulary such as adapt, budget, hygiene, market research, and target audience, helping children develop a deeper understanding of how products are designed for specific purposes.
Key skills include measuring, shaping, cutting out, sifting, mixing, and stirring, ensuring pupils gain practical experience in food preparation and design. The organiser emphasizes working within a budget, encouraging children to consider affordability when creating recipes. Additionally, concepts like market research and target audiences provide a foundation for understanding how products are tailored for specific groups, such as families, workers, or tourists.
Key facts are clearly outlined, explaining the importance of hygiene, texture, taste, and other factors in creating successful recipes. Pupils are encouraged to evaluate their work, learning how to refine their ideas and improve their designs.
This Year 4 Knowledge Organiser aligns with the Cooking and Nutrition strand of the Design and Technology curriculum and is perfect for supporting classroom lessons or at-home learning. It provides teachers with clear objectives and helps pupils build confidence in adapting recipes and designing products for various needs.
By combining hands-on learning with essential theoretical concepts, the Year 4 Cooking and Nutrition: Adapting a Recipe Knowledge 0rganiser equips pupils with practical skills, creativity, and an understanding of how food products are developed in the real world.
