baked cookies

Math

• The child learned about measuring ingredients such as flour, sugar, and butter, and understanding fractions such as 1/2 cup or 1/4 teaspoon.
• They practiced counting and adding the number of cookies baked, as well as dividing them equally among friends or family members.
• The child learned about time management and sequencing by following the steps in the recipe, setting timers, and understanding baking times.
• They explored concepts of shapes and symmetry when cutting out cookie shapes or decorating the cookies.

Science

• The child learned about the chemical reactions that occur during baking, such as how the dough rises due to the leavening agents like baking soda or baking powder.
• They observed changes in physical states of ingredients, such as how the butter melts when heated and the dough turns solid when baked.
• The child explored the concept of heat transfer by understanding how the oven temperature affects the baking process.
• They learned about food safety and hygiene practices, including hand washing before handling the ingredients and proper storage of leftover cookies.

For continued development, encourage the child to experiment with different cookie recipes, varying the measurements and ingredients to learn more about ratios and substitutions. They can also explore the science behind different baking techniques, such as the role of eggs or the impact of different types of flour on the final product. Encourage them to keep a baking journal to record their experiments and observations.

Book Recommendations

• The Cookie Fiasco by Dan Santat: A fun and engaging story about four friends who have to figure out how to share just three cookies.
• The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School by Laura Murray: Join the gingerbread man as he explores the school and encounters various characters in this delightful adventure.
• Cookie's Week by Cindy Ward: Follow Cookie the mischievous cat as he causes chaos throughout the week and learn about the days of the week in this humorous tale.