Cooking food alongside an adult has long been a traditional experience for young children. It is a great way for children to learn a range of skills and also to spend time with an adult. For some children, opportunities to cook in the home are limited, and so it is worth considering planning a series of fun cooking activities for your children.
BENEFITS
The benefits of learning to cook alongside an adult are significant. Most of the early years curriculum can be linked to cooking activities if wanted.
Health When children are involved in preparing food, they are more likely to try out new tastes and flavours. Children can become carrot converts or falafel fans, and so improve their chances of eating a more varied diet.
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