Kids Healthy Cooking- Food-Fuel Learning
by Mosaic / CAFA B DATA

A 4-week after-school program introducing kids to real food, creativity, and
the science of “what fuels our bodies.”

Wednesdays – January 14th, 21st, 28th and Feb 4th

Program Overview
Ages: 8–13 (can adjust younger/older groups separately)

• Class Length: 1½ hours (e.g. 4:00 – 5:30 PM)
• Frequency: Once per week for 4 weeks
• Group Size: Ideal 8–12 kids (hands-on, safe supervision)
• Location: CAFA B DATA Café or community partner kitchen/classroom

Program Goals

• Teach kids how to make delicious, whole-food snacks and simple
  meals.
• Help them understand what real ingredients are and why they matter.
• Encourage creativity, confidence, and teamwork in the kitchen.
• Build awareness around how food affects energy, focus, and mood.

4-Week Curriculum Outline

Week 1: Food as Fuel — Energy from the Earth

Lesson Focus: What are whole foods vs. processed foods?

Hands-On Recipes:
o Build-Your-Own Energy Bites (oats, nut butter, honey, seeds)
o Fruit-Infused Waters

Mini Lesson: Reading ingredient labels — spotting hidden sugars,
“fortified” vs. natural nutrients.

Take-Home Activity: “Pantry Detective” worksheet — find 3 foods at
home and list ingredients.

Week 2: Power of Plants — Color, Fiber, and Flavor

Lesson Focus: Why fruits and veggies give us vitamins, fiber, and natural sweetness.

Hands-On Recipes:
o Rainbow Veggie Wraps with hummus
o Fresh-Made Smoothies

Mini Lesson: “Eat the rainbow” — each color’s benefit.

Take-Home: Color-by-food chart or veggie sticker tracker.

Week 3: Smart Snacks, Clean Swaps

Lesson Focus: Rethinking favorite snacks; making them clean and
satisfying.

Hands-On Recipes:
o Homemade Granola Bars or Fruit Leathers
o Oven “Fries” with Clean Dips (Greek-yogurt ranch or avocado
mash)

Mini Lesson: Processed vs. ultra-processed foods — what’s in chips or
cereals?

Take-Home: “Snack Swap” guide.

Week 4: From Scratch — Cooking Confidence

Lesson Focus: Bringing it all together — cooking as self-care and
community.

Hands-On Recipes:
o Mini Whole-Wheat Pizzas or Veggie Flatbreads
o Fruit Parfaits with Homemade Yogurt Topping

Mini Lesson: Balanced plates — protein, carbs, and healthy fats.

Celebration: Kids invite a parent/guardian for a mini tasting.

Take-Home: Certificate + recipe booklet.

Timing Options

• After School: 4:00 – 5:30 PM (ideal for community center or café setting)
• Alternate Option: 3:45 – 5:15 PM for elementary schools or younger groups

Pricing Structure
(Adjustable based on ingredients, staffing, and supplies)

Model Description Price

Full 4-Week Program
(Best Value)

Includes all materials, snacks, and
take-home booklet

$120–$140 per child
Drop-In Rate For one session only $35–$40 per
class

Sibling Discount –10% for the second child