Energy Bars – Design Project, 8 Week unit of work

Energy Bars – Food & Graphic Design Project | KS3 Design and Technology

This cross-curricular KS3 project combines Food Technology and Graphic Design, challenging students to design, brand, and create their own energy bar. Suitable for Year 7, 8, or 9, the unit develops both practical food preparation skills and creative design thinking, making it an engaging and hands-on project.

What’s Included

Editable scheme of work for a full unit (8–12 weeks)
Lesson-by-lesson PowerPoint with teacher guidance
Packaging design activities including name, logo, and net development
Product analysis tasks comparing existing bars for taste, texture, and appearance
Recipe development and food preparation lessons
Assessment rubric linked to each stage of the project

Learning Aims & Outcomes

Understand the importance of nutrition and health in product development
Explore graphic design principles through branding and packaging design
Develop skills in analysis, evaluation, and creative thinking
Apply practical food preparation techniques safely and effectively
Design, test, and refine a unique energy bar product

Why This Resource?

Ready-to-use, fully editable, and classroom tested
Blends creative design and food technology for a rich learning experience
Encourages independence, critical analysis, and hands-on making
Flexible structure allows it to be adapted for shorter or extended projects

This engaging project provides everything needed for a complete KS3 unit, giving students the chance to combine design, health, and practical skills in a fun and meaningful way.