cooking with children

Cooking With Children: Age-Appropriate Kitchen Tasks

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A smiling young girl proudly presents a colourful fruit salad she helped prepare in the kitchen.

Once children are interested in helping in the kitchen, it can be surprisingly easy to involve them in everyday cooking. With a bit of preparation and a flexible approach, even busy family mealtimes can become a time to connect, learn, and grow together. This guide offers age-by-age ideas, tips for managing mess, and simple suggestions … Read more

Cooking With Children: Skills That Last A Lifetime

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A primary school-aged girl helps her father cook a meal at home

Cooking with children can feel messy, slow, and occasionally chaotic – but it’s also one of the most rewarding ways to support their development. From language and maths to coordination, patience and independence, time spent in the kitchen offers a surprising number of learning opportunities. Better still, it’s a chance to spend time together doing … Read more