This week we have been exploring our new Spring Menu. With this menu we are so lucky to be doing Kids in the Kitchen at least twice a week.
On Thursday we made “cornflake biscuits” with Educator Amy. Following the recipe, adding the ingredients one by one and mixing the mixture together, we all enjoyed some delicious cookies for afternoon tea.
Hands on cooking activities help children develop confidence and skill. Following recipes encourages children to be self-directed and independent, it also teaches them to follow directions and develop problem-solving skills.
Cooking encourages children’s thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. It also allows children the opportunity to use the knowledge they have and apply it by counting, measuring, following a sequence, following directions, and cause and effect.
