- Counted the number of ingredients needed
- Measured the quantities of ingredients using measuring cups and spoons
- Understood the concept of fractions when measuring out 1/2 cup or 1/4 teaspoon
- Counted the number of cookies made
- Divided the cookies evenly among friends or family members
- Practiced addition and subtraction by adjusting the recipe for different quantities
To continue developing math skills through the activity of making cookies, you can:
- Encourage the child to convert the recipe to metric units and learn about grams and milliliters
- Challenge the child to double or halve the recipe and adjust the measurements accordingly
- Have the child calculate the total cost of ingredients for the recipe and discuss budgeting
- Introduce the concept of ratios by comparing ingredient quantities in the recipe
- Explore shapes and geometry by using different cookie cutters and discussing their properties
- Engage the child in a taste-testing experiment to vote for the favorite cookie flavor