Baking bread

Math

• The child learned about measurement and fractions while following the recipe and measuring ingredients.
• They practiced multiplication and division by adjusting the recipe to make more or fewer servings.
• The child learned about time and elapsed time by following the baking instructions and tracking the time it takes for the bread to rise and bake.
• They used addition and subtraction to calculate the total cost of the ingredients and compare prices when shopping for the baking supplies.

Continued development related to this activity could include exploring more complex bread recipes that require scaling measurements, experimenting with different ratios of ingredients to understand the impact on the final product, and calculating the nutritional value of the bread based on the ingredients used.

Book Recommendations

• The Breadwinner by Deborah Ellis: This book tells the story of a young girl named Parvana who becomes the breadwinner for her family in war-torn Afghanistan. It explores themes of resilience, family, and the power of storytelling.
• Bread, Bread, Bread by Ann Morris: This informative book takes readers on a journey around the world to discover different types of bread and the role it plays in various cultures. It provides interesting facts and beautiful illustrations.
• The Doughnut Fix by Jessie Janowitz: In this fun and engaging novel, a young boy named Tristan starts a doughnut business in his small town. Along the way, he learns about entrepreneurship, problem-solving, and the joy of pursuing his passions.