Cooking

When Children Do This:

Watch bread dough rise or melt butter.
Follow directions in a recipe that call for adding ingridients by teaspoons, cups, etc.
Make a salad for the family dinner or bake muffins for breakfast.

They Are Learning to:

Understand that foods can change their physical state (Science).
Understanding measurement (Math Skills).
Take pride in their accomplishments (Self-Esteem).