Learning Through Cooking: Introducing Cooking To Children

Cooking with young children can be a fun and enriching activity that helps them develop essential skills like gross motor skills, confidence, and independence. These important abilities contribute to their growth and enhance their social skills for the future. At Smart Reader Kids®, we offer a unique Kindercooking programme where children can unleash their inner chefs through engaging and fun activities.

Improves gross motor skills

Our Kindercooking programme guides children step by step in using cutlery safely and carefully under the supervision of our teachers. As they hold, grab, and use the utensils, they enhance their gross motor skills. Gross motor skills are essential in early childhood development and improve their capability to complete everyday tasks like drawing, writing, and even tying their shoes. Our programme helps them explore different types of cooking activities, such as preparing, decorating, and serving, which effectively build a solid foundation for developing their motor skills.

Encourages healthy eating habits

Incorporating cooking into early childhood education plays a vital role in fostering healthy eating habits in children. Furthermore, it offers them the opportunity to explore diverse types of food and menus while understanding their nutritional benefits. This hands-on experience not only teaches them food preparation skills but also promotes an appreciation for healthy eating. Our programme also ensures the provision of nutritious and wholesome menus, that both children and parents can prepare at home.

Builds confidence and responsibility

Encouraging children to engage in cooking at a young age offers the advantage of fostering confidence and a sense of responsibility. By assigning tasks and duties within a team, they can gain the ability to manage shared responsibilities. Collaborating in a team also provides them with the opportunity to enhance their communication skills with fellow team members. Moreover, they will grasp the significance of attentively following instructions from their teachers.

Promotes creativity

Our Kindercooking programme offers a vibrant and interactive learning experience for children, providing them with the opportunity to unleash their creativity.  By engaging in hands-on activities and exploring various ingredients, children have the opportunity to express themselves creatively while expanding their vocabulary through the discovery of new foods. This enriching experience allows children to not only learn about cooking but also develop a deeper understanding and its connection to their everyday lives.

At Smart Reader Kids®, we provide stimulating and interactive programmes and activities that are specifically crafted to enhance essential skills and foster overall growth. Our approach is centred around creating a lively and engaging environment where children can learn and grow while having fun!