Dairy Lessons: 6-8

Ag-Venture with Dairy

Help students learn more about the exciting world of dairy as they improve their non-fiction reading skills.

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Butter in a Jar

Learn the process of milk turning into butter by making, and shaking, your own.

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PK-2 Lessons

3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Cheese Logic Puzzle

In this activity, students will learn about types of cheese and then use an elimination grid to solve a puzzle.

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Cud to Curd

Students will follow the process from cow to cheese and learn fascinating facts about the steps it takes to make some of our favorite cheeses.

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Making Cottage Cheese

The cheesemaking process involves the by-products of curds and whey. This activity will result in a snack for students to taste!

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Milk Math

Challenge students to convert milk measurements from volume to weight and back again as they explore the steps from udder to glass.

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons

Moo-ving Through the Ages

Explore changes in the dairy industry via a timeline, Illinois dairy statistics, primary source images, and a farm family’s story.

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3-5 Lessons

6-8 Lessons