Food Science Fun is an engaging, science-based afterschool program designed to teach kids a love of science and food through hands-on labs, cooking, and art.
We follow a year long progression through the three primary sciences – chemistry, physics, and biology – to introduce kids to fundamental science concepts and their practical roles in the kitchen. Our lessons are informed by Oregon Science standards and are designed to reinforce all Life, Biological, and Physical Science Standards as defined for 1st to 5th grades.
- Fall 2026: Chemistry
- Winter 2027: Biology
- Spring 2027: Physics
This year we are offering TWO program options at Abernethy Elementary…
- Food Science Fun(damentals)
- Mondays 2:30 – 4:30 pm
- September 14 to December 7
- 1st – 5th Grade
- Explores all concepts at easy, approachable level. A larger focus on physical movement, outdoor time (weather permitting), and art time.
- Mondays 2:30 – 4:30 pm
- Advanced Food Science Fun
- Tuesdays 2:30 – 4:30 pm
- September 15 to December 8
- 3rd – 5th Grade
- Graduates of Fun(damentals) can attend with teacher permission
- An in-depth, more lab-heavy dive into food science. Expect more complex labs, involved recipes, and a greater focus on the impact of science on the world around us. This is a great fit for students…
- with a HUGE love of science
- comfortable with reading lab instructions
- who thrive in a smaller-class environment
- Tuesdays 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Both programs is centered on teaching kids a love of science through an exploration of some of their favorite foods. Each session will include physical movement, a science lesson and hands-on lab, and a snack. Kids will have a chance to play and learn.
Note that we can work to accommodate most dietary restrictions / allergies – please reach out to me at hello@caracancook.com if you have any questions!
Sign Up HERE
The Process:
- Fill out sign-up form (linked above) to “hold spot in line”
- You will receive an email within 24 hours either confirming space OR assigning a waitlist number
- You have 2 weeks post-email to complete enrollment paperwork and submit payment OR pass spot to next person on waitlist
Refund Policy: All enrollment fees are fully refundable up until the first day of class. After the first day, course is refundable minus the cost of any previously attended classes.
Chemistry Calendar
Note that all lesson plans are subject to change.
| Date | Topic |
| Week 1 | Lab Standards & Practices |
| Week 2 | Atoms & Molecules |
| Week 3 | Bonds |
| Week 4 | Solutions |
| Week 5 | Acids & Bases |
| Week 6 | Reactions |
| Week 7 | Catalysts |
| Week 8 | Reaction Rates |
| Week 9 | Introduction to Stoichiometry |
| Week 10 | Law of Conservation of Mass |
| Week 11 | States of Matter |
| Week 12 | Wrap Day / Lab Party |
Price Structure:
Roughly $38 per session.
That price includes…
- 2 hour educational program
- Healthy snack provided by program
- Take home cooking projects
For 2026 Sessions…
- Fall 2026 – Food Science Fun Chemistry
- 12 week program
- $450
- Winter 2027 – Food Science Fun Biology
- 7 week program
- $260
- Spring 2027 – Food Science Fun Physics
- 8 week program
- $300
Cara Can Cook 