Discuss the composition and structure of the potato. Read over and
discuss the recipes that are to be used.
Make assignments of work. After the potatoes have been put on to cook,
have the class examine a raw potato, following the directions given.[A]
[A] Squash is another vegetable containing a high
percentage of carbohydrate. The recipe for squash can be
used at this time or in some other lesson.
If one of the recipes requires the use of the oven, be careful to have
the potatoes for it prepared first and as quickly as possible. It may be
necessary to proceed with another class, assigning one pupil to take
charge of the baking. Special attention should be given to the careful
serving of the potatoes.
_Home assignment._--Before the next lesson, each pupil should be able to
report that she has cooked potatoes at home, using the recipes learned
in class.