Baking

Math

• The child practiced measuring ingredients using fractions.
• They learned about the concept of doubling or halving a recipe and adjusted ingredient amounts accordingly.
• They applied multiplication skills to calculate baking times when adjusting recipes for different pan sizes.
• The child practiced division by equally dividing a batch of cookies or cupcakes among their friends.

For continued development, encourage the child to explore more complex recipes that involve multiple steps and measurements. They can also practice converting between different units of measurement, such as ounces to grams or cups to milliliters. Additionally, they can experiment with creating their own recipes and calculating ingredient ratios.

Book Recommendations

• The Baking Life of Amelie Day by Vanessa Curtis: Amelie discovers her passion for baking as she competes in a baking competition, facing challenges and learning valuable lessons along the way.
• The Great Doughnut Parade by Rebecca Bond: Join the Doughnut Parade as they travel through town, encountering various obstacles and adventures. This delightful story incorporates counting and shapes.
• Baking with Kids by Leah Brooks: A cookbook specifically designed for young bakers, featuring easy-to-follow recipes and step-by-step instructions to encourage independent baking skills.