Why do eggs change from liquid to solid when cooked? Why do oil and vinegar separate? And how does sugar turn into caramel? In this hands-on class, students become food scientists as they explore the science behind everyday cooking. We will investigate topics like heat transfer, chemical reactions, emulsions, and the surprising ways ingredients change when they are mixed and heated. Through daily experiments and cooking, students will test hypotheses, collect data, and discover how science explains what happens in the kitchen. At the end of the week, students will use what they’ve learned to design and present their own food science creation. This class is perfect for curious kids who love experiments, problem-solving, and delicious discoveries.
Kitchen Chemistry: The Science of Cooking
Your Extraordinary Summer (YES)
For 1st – 4th Grade Students
A MITY Adventure Awaits
MITY’s summer program for elementary students enables curious, high achieving students to continue their learning in a fun environment. Classes are intentionally designed to spark curiosity and expose students to new ways of thinking. Advanced learners also have the opportunity to socialize and play games with peers who share their passion for learning. Students can attend full day or half day, and extended care is available for families who need it.
Class periods for reference
Period 1
8:30AM - 9:50AM
Period 2
10:10AM - 11:30AM
Period 3
12:30PM - 1:50PM
Period 4
2:10PM - 3:30PM