Baking

English Language Arts

• The child practiced reading and following a recipe.
• The child learned new vocabulary related to baking such as ingredients, measurements, and cooking terms.
• The child practiced writing by making a shopping list for the ingredients needed.

Math

• The child practiced measuring ingredients using measuring cups and spoons.
• The child learned about fractions by dividing the recipe measurements.
• The child practiced counting and adding ingredients.

Science

• The child learned about the chemical reactions that occur during baking, such as the rising of dough and the browning of cookies.
• The child observed changes in ingredients as they were mixed and baked.
• The child learned about the importance of following a recipe and precise measurements for successful baking.

Continued development can include exploring different baking recipes and experimenting with variations. Encourage the child to write their own recipes and create a personal cookbook. They can also learn about the history of baking and how different cultures have their own traditional recipes.

Book Recommendations

• The Little Red Hen by Paul Galdone: This classic tale teaches about the importance of hard work and cooperation, similar to the efforts required in baking.
• Amelia Bedelia Bakes Off by Herman Parish: In this fun book, Amelia Bedelia participates in a baking contest, emphasizing the importance of following instructions accurately.
• Cook-a-Doodle-Doo! by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel: This rhyming tale follows the adventures of a rooster and his friends as they bake a cake, introducing basic baking concepts and measurements.