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Subject: Family and Consumer SciencesLesson Title: Cooking with the ProsGoals/Objectives:Students will:• Investigate recipes in food preparation.• Demonstrate skill in planning and preparing recipes.• Demonstrate proper letter-writing skills.National Standards met: Nutrition and Wellness, Standard 14.0Methods/Procedures:• Working individually or in small groups, have students acquire recipes from theirfavorite football players using either of the following sources:• The NFL Family Cookbook produced by NFL Properties, Inc. 1997, offers recipesfrom sixty-eight professional players, coaches, and owners.• Students may write letters to players asking for their favorite recipes and fitness tips(Addresses can be found on the team websites. Students can find links to all of theteam websites through Profootballhof.com). Using correct letter-writing methods, theyshould proofread each other’s letters, correct any mistakes, and type or rewrite theletter. Have them mail their letters and wait for a response.• Have students work cooperatively with group members to plan and prepare selectedrecipes.• Have the students write a follow-up thank you note to those football players whoresponded to their inquiries. Include photo of the lab if possible.Materials:• The book The NFL Cookbook, edited by Jim Natal, copyright 1997 by NFL Properties,Inc.Assessment:• Acceptable performance on all instructional activities.FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCESNew England Patriots Edition 109 Pro Football Hall of Fame Educational Outreach Program