Mai Lesson

Ethical Eating Challenge

Social Studies · 60 min · Ages 16-18 · High school · Away from the screen

This challenge invites high schoolers to plan and shop for a week's meals, balancing nutritional needs, a set budget, and ethical sourcing. It's a hands-on exploration of personal finance, consumer choices, and societal impact. Students will make real-world decisions that reflect their values.

What your child gets out of it

• Develop a practical weekly meal plan that balances nutrition, cost, and ethical considerations.
• Practice budgeting and comparative shopping skills in a real-world setting.
• Critically analyze the social, economic, and environmental impacts of consumer choices.

What you need

• Grocery Flyers — Provides pricing information for planning meal costs. (or Computer, Tablet)
• Notebook — For drafting meal plans and grocery lists. (or Paper, Whiteboard)
• Pen — For writing notes and lists. (or Pencil, Marker)
• Reusable Bag — For carrying purchased groceries. (or Shopping Bag, Backpack)
• Cash Or Card — For purchasing groceries within the set budget. (or Debit Card, Credit Card, Digital Payment)

How it runs

1. Introduction · 5 min
2. Explore & Plan · 15 min
3. Discussion · 8 min
4. Activity · 25 min
5. Summary · 7 min