Making Yoghurt Level 19-20

Making Yoghurt presents a practical and engaging procedural text that guides readers through the process of making yoghurt at home. The step-by-step instructions are clearly supported by captioned photographs and include key safety information and tips for success. Alongside the recipe, readers discover the fascinating history of yoghurt and its health benefits, including its calcium content and role in digestion. The text features a range of specialised vocabulary, such as "bacteria", "sterilises", and "thermometer", to build scientific understanding. Its question-and-answer format supports comprehension and encourages curiosity. The book also includes numerous opportunities for word study, focusing on double vowels, digraphs, initial blends, and multisyllabic words. Making Yoghurt is ideal for linking literacy with science, health, and food studies. It reinforces non-fiction text structures and encourages students to follow written instructions and engage in hands-on learning. This resource supports the development of vocabulary, comprehension, and procedural writing.

Educational Benefits

• Teaches how to read and write procedural texts with clarity and purpose.
• Expands subject-specific vocabulary related to science and food.
• Develops comprehension through a question-and-answer format.
• Reinforces phonics skills through digraphs, blends, and word endings.

Classroom Ideas

• Conduct a supervised yoghurt-making activity to follow the instructions.
• Compare yoghurt to other fermented foods for a science exploration.
• Create posters showing the yoghurt-making process with step labels.
• Write recipes for other simple snacks using a similar format.

Safety & Information

• Suitable for ages 7+
• Book dimensions: 210mm x 148mm
• Adult supervision required for any food preparation or heating.
• Contains no small parts; ideal for classroom use.