Baking cookies

Math

• The child learned about measuring ingredients accurately, using fractions and decimals.
• They practiced multiplication and division by adjusting the recipe according to the number of cookies desired.
• They applied addition and subtraction skills when calculating the total baking time and adjusting it for different oven temperatures.

Science

• The child learned about the chemical reactions that occur during baking, such as the Maillard reaction that gives cookies their golden brown color.
• They observed the physical changes in the ingredients as they mixed and transformed into dough.
• They explored the concept of heat transfer and convection when baking the cookies in the oven.

To further develop their skills in baking cookies, the child can experiment with different recipes, varying the ingredients and measurements to understand how they affect the final product. They can also research and learn about the science behind different baking techniques, such as creaming butter and sugar, to enhance their understanding of the chemical reactions that occur during baking.

Book Recommendations

• The Cookie Fiasco by Dan Santat: A fun and engaging story that incorporates math concepts like fractions and sharing through a cookie mishap.
• The Baking Life of Amelie Day by Vanessa Curtis: A heartwarming novel about a young girl who discovers her passion for baking and the challenges she faces in pursuing her dreams.
• Cookie Dough or Die by Virginia Lowell: A mystery novel set in a bakery, where a baker-turned-amateur-sleuth uncovers a murder while preparing delicious cookies.