#eatplanlive is a new and vibrant package that covers the Junior Cycle Home Economics specification.

Student Textbook

A modern and student-friendly approach to Home Economics, with relevant and up-to-date content to fulfil the requirements of the new Junior Cycle Home Economics specification

• Advance organisation is facilitated by unpacking the learning outcomes to provide learning intentions at the start of every chapter
• Reflects current trends throughout all elements of the text
• Key words are highlighted at the beginning of each chapter to aid comprehension
• Contains a wide range of activities to develop the eight key skills
• Key skills are highlighted by the use of icons
• Includes a mix of individual, pair and group activities to promote active learning
• Recipes are presented in a user-friendly layout
• The language is easily accessible by students of different learning abilities
• Numeracy moments are highlighted
• Formative assessment opportunities are provided throughout - a key feature of the new Junior Cycle
• Summaries are included at the end of each chapter for easy revision
• Learning links are highlighted throughout to emphasise the integrated nature of the subject
• Useful weblinks are integrated throughout the text
• Includes attractive, vibrant and colourful photographs and illustrations
• A common level text suitable for mixed-ability classes

Student Activity Book

• Provides additional questions and activities to complement the textbook
• Reflection pages enable students to record and monitor their progress
• Each chapter begins with an anticipation exercise to connect new information to prior knowledge