The Columbian Exchange of Old and New World Foods (Grades 3-5)

Students explore New World and Old World food origins to discover how the Columbian Exchange altered people’s lives worldwide.

Grades
3 – 5
TX: Grade 6
Estimated Time
1 - 2 hours
Updated
October 29, 2024
World map with arrows showing pathways of trade during the Columbian Exchange.

Background

Lesson Activities

Credits

Author

Debra Spielmaker and Grace Struiksma | Utah Agriculture in the Classroom

Sources

  1. https://www.cadbury.com.au/about-chocolate/harvesting-and-processing-cocoa-beans.aspx
  2. http://olivetreegrowers.com/faq.php

Standards

Texas Content Area Standards

  • Technology Applications: 126.17.c.5

    Data literacy, management, and representation--collect data. The student uses advanced digital strategies to collect and represent data. The student is expected to:

    • Technology Applications: 126.17.c.5.B: discuss and use advanced search strategies, including keywords, Boolean operators, and limiters