- Identified ingredients needed for baking cookies
- Learned about the properties of different ingredients (e.g. sugar dissolves in water, butter is solid at room temperature)
- Observed changes in the ingredients as they were mixed together (e.g. dough becoming thicker)
- Learned about the chemical reaction that occurs when cookies are baked (e.g. dough rising, browning of cookies)
- Understood the importance of following a recipe and measuring ingredients accurately
For continued development, encourage the child to experiment with different ingredients and measurements to see how it affects the outcome of the cookies. They can also explore the science behind other baked goods, such as bread or cakes. Additionally, they can learn about food safety and hygiene when handling ingredients and using kitchen equipment.