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Animals and creatures that help us: cows and dairy - Coggle Diagram
Animals and creatures that help us: cows and dairy
Natural science
Sub-Topic 1: Milk and Nutrition : Where does milk come from? How does milk help our bodies ?
Cows provide milk that humans and calves drink. (DBE 2011;54)
Milk contains calcium and protein for strong teeth and bones (WCED ePortal, 2024)
Class Activity: An excursion to a dairy farm
Skills/ Values: Observation, classification, and appreciation for healthy food choices.
Sub- Topic 2: How cows can help us : How do cows help look after the planet? Why are they so important?
Cows give milk, manure, and leather used by humans (DBE 2011:58)
Caring for animals helps the environment and food systems (Naudé & Meier, 2025:125)
Class Activity: Find out the different dairy products we consume and discuss it with the class
Skills/ Values: Investigation, discusiion and observation
Social Science
Sub-topic 2: Cultural Importance of cows: Why are cows important in South Africa?
How are animals like cows linked to culture (History)?
In some cultures, cows are used in traditional ceremonies or represent wealth. (SANBI Kids, 2024)
Class Activity: Invite a community elder to talk about how cows are used in local traditions or ceremonies.
Cows have cultural and symbolic importance in South Africa. (Naudé & Meier, 2025: 150)
Skills/Values: Understanding and respect for history, culture and diversity
Sub-topic 1: Farming and jobs:
Why are farms important?
How can people benefit from farming?
Dairy farmers care for cows and produce milk for their communities. (DBE, 2011: 59)
Farming supports jobs and provides food for families. (WCED ePortal, 2024)
Class Activity: Excursion or video tour to a local dairy farm where learners record what they observe and interview a farmer.
Skills/Values: Communication,, observation and research
Technology
Sub-topic 1: Milk Processing and storage:
What would happen if milk is not stored correctly?
Why is it important to store milk correctly?
Bottling and packaging protect milk and keep it fresh. (WCED ePortal, 2024)
Class Activity: Make sour milk with milk and vinegar .
Milk spoils quickly if not kept cold, so refrigeration is important. (DBE, 2011: 61)
Skills/Values: Observation, investigation, hygiene, and responsibility.
Sub-topic 2: Packaging and labelling: Why is the package important? What would happen if it was not labelled or dated correctly?
Packaging design helps sell and protect the product (Naudé & Meier, 2025: 167
Class Activity: Learners design a milk carton label including a product name, logo, and slogan such as “Fresh from the Farm!”
Labels show important details such as expiry dates and instructions. (DBE, 2011: 62)
Skills/Values: Design thinking, literacy, and responsibility.