Cooking Up Science: The Delicious Chemistry of Food (Grades 3-6) Mondays

  • Public Speaking
71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA
Feb 03 2026
Jun 12 2026
Cost (Single Day Drop-in $45.00 USD)
$700.00 USD
  1. Mon2:30 - 5:30 pm

Description

Cooking Up Science: The Delicious Chemistry of Food

Taught by Hawk's Nest Teacher, Ms. Coleman

 

Course Overview:

Food is not only delicious, but it's also a laboratory for science! In this course, students will explore the science behind food from the chemical reactions that occur while cooking to the biological processes that make food safe to eat. Students will engage in hands-on cooking experiments, testing how ingredients interact to create the textures, flavors, and colors we enjoy in everyday dishes. They’ll discover how cooking methods like baking, boiling, frying, and grilling change the physical and chemical structure of food.

Throughout the semester, students will also learn about food safety, nutritional science, and the importance of chemical preservation. They'll explore topics like emulsification (why oil and water don't mix), the Maillard reaction (the science of browning), and enzymes (why fruits ripen or why bread rises). By the end of the course, students will not only understand the science behind their favorite foods, but also appreciate the complexity of everyday cooking.


Program Schedule:

  • Students have a supervised snack period in the HCCS cafeteria from 2:20pm to 2:45pm.
  • Instructional sessions are scheduled from 2:45pm to 4:00pm, followed by a brief transition period for students from 4:00pm to 4:15pm.
  • After classes and transitioning, students can participate in various engaging after-school activities from 4:15pm to 5:30pm.
  • Options include joining student clubs, studying in the HCES library (for grades 2-6) or attending storytelling sessions (for grades K-1), and having free play in the cafeteria or courtyard.

 

Class dates

02/09/2026, 02/23/2026, 03/02/2026, 03/09/2026, 03/16/2026, 03/23/2026, 03/30/2026, 04/13/2026, 04/20/2026, 04/27/2026, 05/04/2026, 05/11/2026, 05/18/2026, 06/01/2026, 06/08/2026

Additional services and fees

Late Pick-up Fee $1.00 per minute

Restrictions

Participants must be entering grades 3 to 6.

Program enrollment capacity

Minimum: 8

Maximum: 12

Registration period

Registration starts on 12/04/2025 and ends on 06/12/2026.

In-person location

71 E 94th St, New York, NY 10128, USA

Room: 129

Registration