1. Introduction – Math Behind a Recipe

       In November, our project focused on the theme “Math Behind a Recipe”. Students explored how mathematics is used in everyday life through cooking activities. Working in international teams, they shared recipes and used numbers to calculate ingredient quantities, adjust recipes for different numbers of people, and convert local prices into Euro.

       Through these math-based tasks, students practiced multiplication, ratios, and basic financial calculations. By applying mathematics to real-life situations, they improved their problem-solving skills and understood that math is not only a school subject but also a practical tool used in daily life.

2. International Teamwork: 10 Mixed Groups

In November, students worked in international mixed teams representing all partner schools. They collaborated on shared recipes, supported each other during mathematical calculations, and communicated in English, developing cooperation and intercultural awareness.

All teams followed the same task structure. Students shared a traditional recipe for four people with local prices, converted these prices into Euro, and adapted ingredient quantities for ten people by showing clear math steps. Each team selected one recipe, and students voted for a final recipe, which they later cooked using their calculations.

           Due to the high number of participants, one mixed group is shown as a representative example. All ten mixed groups completed the same tasks within the same timeline.

Ambassador Students for November e-book

                Students shared one traditional recipe from their country for four people on their team Padlet. Each recipe included ingredients, preparation steps, and approximate costs in the local currency. Through comments and likes, students interacted with their teammates and explored different food traditions.

Math Task 1: From 4 People to 10 People

           Students used multiplication and ratios to adapt recipes from four people to ten people. All calculation steps were shown clearly in shared Google Sheets. This task helped students understand how proportions are used in real-life situations.

5. Math Task 2: From Local Currency to Euro (€)

       Students converted local recipe prices into Euro using basic currency conversion. The results were recorded in tables and compared between countries. This activity supported financial literacy and practical math skills.

6. Decision Time: Choosing One Recipe per Group

          Each mixed team discussed their recipes and used digital tools to choose one recipe to represent their group. This process helped students practice decision-making and teamwork based on shared criteria.