Last month was our winter vacation, and for English teachers in Korean public schools, that means English Camp. My situation is unique in that my school collaborates with 4 other nearby schools to share teachers. All five teachers teach 2 lessons over 2 days (5 classes of each lesson) at every school, 10 days in total. Sounds complicated but it isn't. This year I wanted to do something more active and less lecture-y than normal. I opted to do an Egg Drop.
Lesson 1 consists of 20 minutes introducing vocabulary, explaining that we're going to be dropping eggs out of windows, and the difference between an egg cracking, breaking, and being safe. The last 20 minutes the students get into groups and design their 'egg house', what they will build around their egg to keep it safe after a 10 meter fall.
The next day, for lesson 2, students reform their groups, are given materials, and have 20 minutes to construct their egg safehouse. It's a frenzy of activity, and every student is engaged in the action. Next, we show off the final product and try to predict whose eggs will survive. And lastly, the drop. Moments of pure anticipation to see these creations of paper and tape try to oppose gravity, to little or no success.
For the 80 or so drops I did over 10 days, more than half were safe, and therefore could be used again. Great news! Proud kids and no mess, but one dilemma for me. See, I underestimated their abilities, and bought enough eggs for every group to have their own, plus some extra in case one broke during construction. Because of the high number of safe drops, I now have about 40 eggs sitting in my apartment.
And so we move to the second part of this blog: things to do with eggs! I was challenged by a fellow camp teacher (whose super awesome blog you can check out here). She actually challenged me to do more because I was bragging about the awesomeness of eggs. I think they're more versatile than shrimp, but I couldn't go full-Bubba. I was stumped at 12.
Lesson 1 consists of 20 minutes introducing vocabulary, explaining that we're going to be dropping eggs out of windows, and the difference between an egg cracking, breaking, and being safe. The last 20 minutes the students get into groups and design their 'egg house', what they will build around their egg to keep it safe after a 10 meter fall.
The next day, for lesson 2, students reform their groups, are given materials, and have 20 minutes to construct their egg safehouse. It's a frenzy of activity, and every student is engaged in the action. Next, we show off the final product and try to predict whose eggs will survive. And lastly, the drop. Moments of pure anticipation to see these creations of paper and tape try to oppose gravity, to little or no success.
For the 80 or so drops I did over 10 days, more than half were safe, and therefore could be used again. Great news! Proud kids and no mess, but one dilemma for me. See, I underestimated their abilities, and bought enough eggs for every group to have their own, plus some extra in case one broke during construction. Because of the high number of safe drops, I now have about 40 eggs sitting in my apartment.
And so we move to the second part of this blog: things to do with eggs! I was challenged by a fellow camp teacher (whose super awesome blog you can check out here). She actually challenged me to do more because I was bragging about the awesomeness of eggs. I think they're more versatile than shrimp, but I couldn't go full-Bubba. I was stumped at 12.
1. Scrambled Eggs. It’s tough to beat a classic.
2. Egg Salad. To be eaten as a sandwich or with a spoon, egg salad is pretty straightforward if you want it to be. If you'd rather experiment, you can add any number of things. I like to add relish and some chopped black olives to mine.
3. Fried Egg Sandwich. A regular occurrence in our family. Lightly scrambled egg reformed into a patty, melted cheese, ketchup, and toast. You can add ham if you wanna get real crazy.
4. Fried Rice. Excellent with frozen veggie medley (peas, corn, and carrots), but whatever fresh ingredients you want to add are also great. Cook it up with soy sauce and a little sesame oil, and you're good to go.
5. Drain and paint the shells for an arts n crafts project. Teachers are always looking for fun activities to do with younger students, and I think my first graders will like the change to paint some clean shells (if they don't break them first).
6. Cheese n’ onion omelet. Or any other fillings you want to add, but simple is enough for me!
7. Deviled eggs for a dinner party. Before I leave, I'm expecting to have a lot of time with friends, and no one can turn down a delicious deviled egg.
8. French Toast. With some cinnamon and vanilla? Yes please!
9. Egg drop experiment. Hey, it worked once! Might as well try it with some of my other students.
10. Rice cooker frittata. Never again will I underestimate a rice cooker. Among its plentiful uses, I found a favorite recipe to make a quick and easy vegetable fritatta.
11. Eggs Benedict. I've never made a successful one myself, but I've watched plenty of chefs do it in real life and on TV. I'll have to make an attempt next week.
11. Eggs Benedict. I've never made a successful one myself, but I've watched plenty of chefs do it in real life and on TV. I'll have to make an attempt next week.
12. (On top of) Bibimbap. Many restaurants will crack a raw egg on top, to stir in and cook with the hot rice. Personally, I fry the egg separately and add it in with the yolk runny. Delicious!
What is your favorite thing to do with eggs? Do you scoff at my paltry suggestions? Let me know!
안녕!
What is your favorite thing to do with eggs? Do you scoff at my paltry suggestions? Let me know!
안녕!
