- Decide on the area of the kitchen where you will be cooking.
- Gather stools or chairs that will allow your child to stand or sit comfortably while working.
- Wash hands.
- Get out the recipe you will be using.
- Read the recipe with your child. Explain that you will be following the steps in the recipe to prepare the food.
- Set out: the equipment and supplies that you will need (such as a mixer, blender, bowls, pans, measuring cups, knives, and spoons) and the ingredients that you will be using
- Have your child participate in cooking activities (such as washing fruits and vegetables, adding ingredients, mixing ingredients, and kneading dough).
- Clean up with your child.
- Eat what you have prepared.
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