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Do you cook with your kids? My son has been in the kitchen with me since he was a newborn sitting in his bouncy chair.
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Introduction • Do you cook with your kids? My son has been in the kitchen with me since he was a newborn sitting in his bouncy chair. Now that he’s a little older, the fun is just beginning. Cooking with children can be messy, but I promise you, cooking together as a family is well worth the time and effort. www.pouted.com
The Food Pyramid GRAINS VEGETABLES FRUITS OILS MILK MEAT & BEANS www.pouted.com
Introduction • When we teach a child to cook, we are empowering them to take charge of their own nutrition and helping them grow into healthy adults. People who know how to cook, eat better because they don’t have to rely on prepared meals or fast food to survive. And did you know that children are more likely to try a new meal if they help prepare it? www.pouted.com
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Introduction • Nutritional benefits aren’t the only reason to get cooking with your kids. Cooking helps children build self-confidence and completing a recipe gives them a sense of accomplishment. It’s also a great way to develop and expand math, science and reading comprehension skills. Cooking can also be a great way to introduce children to new cultures via international cuisines. www.pouted.com
How to make cooking with kids success 1. Choose the right time of day: make sure the kids are well rested and in a good mood (after naps if the kiddos are still young) and don’t start a cooking project when you are in a rush to get dinner on the table www.pouted.com
How to make cooking with kids success 2. Select an age appropriate recipe: starting with a simple recipe (if the kiddo is young and new to cooking) will ensure a positive cooking experience for all. www.pouted.com
How to make cooking with kids success 3. Preview the recipe: you want to see what steps your child can tackle independently and what they’ll need your help with. www.pouted.com
How to make cooking with kids success 4. Go over safety rules: make sure your child knows what’s ok to touch and not ok to touch, how to use a knife properly (if age appropriate for your kiddo) and the proper hand washing techniques to keep everyone safe and healthy. www.pouted.com