· Demonstrate an understanding of the factors that affect food safety.
· Design and evaluate a personal plan that contributes to the conservation of our natural resources.
 

The Massachusetts State Standards for this unit are from the Massachusetts Health Standards:

· 2.13 Explain the personal benefits of making positive health decisions and monitor progress towards personal wellness.
· 3.12  Explain factors associated with a safe food supply.
· 13.3  Describe methods andbenchmarks for evaluating the state of the environment.
· 13.4  Identify individual and community responsibility in ecological health.
· 13.5  Evaluate solutions generated by science, technology/engineering and individuals regarding ecological health problems.