National Center for Families Learning
Ncfl: Wonderopolis: Why Does Food Rot?
Have you ever wondered why food rots? Watch a short video, read grade level text, and take an interactive quiz about the science behind spoiled food.
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Shigella: About
Very informative site! Includes a history of the bacteria shigella and how it was discovered. Also, symptoms, risks, detection, treatment, causes and information about recent outbreaks.
US Food and Drug Administration
Fda: Clostridium Perfringens
Extensive information about the germ clostridium perfringens and associated food poisoning.
US Department of Agriculture
Fsis: Mail Order Food Safety
This resource focuses on information about sending perishable food by mail. It includes links to articles about related topics, and a step-by-step guide on how to ordering a mail-order food gift.
US Department of Agriculture
Fsis Recalls: Meat, Poultry and Egg Products
Press releases from 2000 that document meat and poultry recalls in the United States. Contains archives of recalls in previous years.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: e.coli
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about E.coli.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Viral Hepatitis a Frequently Asked Questions
Anything and everything you could think to ask about Hepatitis A, from general to specific. Questions and answers are clear and concise.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Salmonella
This resource general information including the most frequently asked questions about salmonella. Also technical information and links to articles about outbreaks.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Centers for Disease Control: Listeria
Answers to the most frequently asked questions on Listeriosis - symptoms, causes, targets, treatment and more. Includes technical and general terms.
US Food and Drug Administration
Fda Kids Home Page
Learn about food safety and keeping healthy on the FDA Kids' Home Page. This site includes colorful graphics, great information, and it is easy to navigate.
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Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association
This association helps its members with a wide range of farming issues. They help with food safety, environmental protection, marketing, labor, pest management and communications. Check out this site for basic produce grower information.
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British Nutrition Foundation: Food a Fact of Life (11 14 Years)
A rich collection of eleven learning modules that cover a wide range of topics, including nutrition, diet and health, food science, agriculture, food preparation, food processing, food safety, and more. Modules have PowerPoints,...
US Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculture: Usda for Kids
The United States Department of Agriculture home page for kids. Links to many activities and learning sites.
Science Buddies
Science Buddies: Career Profile: Agricultural Inspector
We all expect that the food we eat is safe. Agricultural inspectors are the ones who check food processors, farms, and businesses to assure that they are following the governmental regulations that protect our food safety. This Science...
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Corn Mold Test Mycotoxins
In this science simulation, students test corn for the presence of Aflatoxin, a toxin produced by mold.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Bacteria Sampling (Using Various Disposable Lab Equipments)
In this science simulation, students test milk samples to check for bacterial contamination.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Gram Staining
In this science simulation, students learn how use gram staining to test for bacterial contamination in yogurt.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: How to Use Oil Immersion Microscope
In this science simulation, students learn how to use a microscope as they investigate bacterial contamination in a sample of yogurt.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Testing and Adjusting P H
In this virtual science lab, students learn how to control the pH level in salsa to prevent the growth of a dangerous bacterium.
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Usda: Virtual Labs: Understanding Water Activity
In this science simulation, students investigate the behavior of water in food and how this can contribute to food spoilage.
US Food and Drug Administration
Fda: Bad Bug Book
Downloadable listing of bacterial foodborne illnesses, including clostridium perfringens. Worded so kids can understand it and includes pictures.
US Food and Drug Administration
Bad Bug Book: Foodborne Pathogenic Microorganisms and Natural Toxins Handbook
A 292-page downloadable book on foodborne pathogens. Each chapter focuses on a different pathogen or toxin that can cause illness when consumed in food. Each chapter also has a section with an easily understood explanation for consumers....
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Mit: Open Course Ware: Advanced Kitchen Chemistry
College-level advanced course on kitchen chemistry. Course topics highlight the scientific exploration of all types of food. Features online include downloadable assignments and readings, and a number of food chemistry-related links.
University of Nebraska
University of Nebraska State Museum: Poisons for Dinner?
You might be surprised to find out the poisons that are lurking in seven very common foods.