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Values of Cooking

Relates particularly to Te Whariki strands 1,2 and 3 - Well-being, Belonging and Contribution (Click here to find out more about Te Whariki)
Teaches that an adult is a wonderful resource for information and help
Develops concepts of measurement and comparison of size and volume (pre-maths skills)
Develops skills in distinguishing different textures, liquids or solids, soft or hard, clear or cloudy, sticky or smooth
Demonstrates chemistry in action (what is in baking powder? how does yeast work? what is gas? what does heat do to the baking?)
Teaches basic hygiene expectations
Develops motor skills
Teaches responsibility for equipment
Develops reading and maths skills as recipes are explored
Develops social skills such as turn taking and asking for help
Provides oral delight - it tastes good!

 

Ideas For Cooking

Scones
Bread Roll Ups
Pizza
Pikelets
Popcorn
Sausages
Crazy Cake
Jelly
Fruit Salad
Soup
Lemonade
Ginger Beer
Ice biscuits
Cook on a fire or barbecue