We all know that learning doesn’t only happen in the classroom. It can happen anywhere. In the fall my family automatically starts to think about things we can make with apples and soup!
Cooking together incorporates so many valuable things. Cooking “family” recipes builds tradition for children and tradition helps kids feel secure and security helps children be successful.
Cooking together is also a great way to share in conversation. Talking to each other is so vitally important for success in life. Learning how to communicate, how to read social cues, and to build relationships all starts at home. The kitchen is a great place to have a conversation.
Cooking together is also a great way to work on math skills and fine motor skills. How much flour is needed if we double the recipe? Add a pinch of salt. Roll the dough with a rolling pin. Tear up the lettuce into bite sized pieces. All of those things foster skills needed to be successful.
The library is a great place to check out kids’ cookbooks. Stop in and grab one this fall.
The library will be starting a Cooking Club for children in grades 2nd-5th in November! Stay tuned for more details.