Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn how to measure ingredients, follow a recipe, and create a delicious dish all by yourself!

Materials and Prep

• Measuring cups and spoons
• Mixing bowls
• Ingredients for a simple recipe (e.g., chocolate chip cookies)
• An apron to keep your clothes clean
• An adult to supervise when using the oven

No prior knowledge is needed, just enthusiasm to learn and have fun!

Activities

• Cooking Measurement Game: Practice measuring different ingredients like flour, sugar, and water using measuring cups and spoons.
• Recipe Reading: Read through a simple recipe together and identify the different steps involved in making the dish.
• Cooking Time: Follow the recipe step by step to mix the ingredients, shape the cookies, and bake them in the oven.
• Taste Test: Enjoy the delicious treat you made and share it with your family!

Talking Points

• When we cook, we need to measure ingredients to make sure we use the right amounts. Remember, a recipe is like a secret code for making yummy food. Just follow the steps!
• It's important to wash our hands before cooking to keep everything clean. Cooking is like a fun science experiment where we mix different ingredients together to create something new!
• When we bake cookies, the oven gets hot just like the sun. That's why we need an adult to help us put the cookies in and take them out safely. Baking is like a magical transformation where dough turns into delicious cookies!
• Sharing food we make with others is a special way to show we care. Cooking is an art where we can express ourselves and create tasty masterpieces!