From Wheat to Bread: The Journey of Milling and Flour

From Wheat to Bread: The Journey of Milling and Flour

Learning Objective

At the end of the lesson, you will understand how wheat is milled, where it comes from, and the types of flour used in bread making.

What do you already know about wheat, milling, and bread making?

Slide 1: Introduction to Wheat

Wheat is a cereal grain that is a staple food for many people around the world. It is one of the most widely cultivated and oldest crops.

Slide 2: Wheat Farming

Wheat is primarily grown in countries with temperate climates. It requires well-drained soil and adequate rainfall or irrigation.

Slide 3: Harvesting and Milling

Once the wheat is fully grown, it is harvested using specialized machinery. The harvested wheat is then taken to a mill for processing.

Slide 4: Milling Process

During milling, the wheat grains are ground into flour. This involves several steps, including cleaning, grinding, and sifting.

Slide 5: Types of Flour

There are different types of flour used in bread making. The most common types include all-purpose flour, bread flour, and whole wheat flour.

Slide 7: Bread Flour

Bread flour has a higher protein content compared to all-purpose flour. This results in a stronger dough and better structure in bread.

Slide 8: Whole Wheat Flour

Whole wheat flour is made from the entire wheat kernel, including the bran, germ, and endosperm. It is rich in nutrients and fiber.

Write down 3 things you learned in this lesson.

Have students enter three things they learned in this lesson. With this they can indicate their own learning efficiency of this lesson.

Write down 2 things you want to know more about.

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Ask 1 question about something you haven't quite understood yet.

The students indicate here (in question form) with which part of the material they still have difficulty. For the teacher, this not only provides insight into the extent to which the students understand/master the material, but also a good starting point for the next lesson.