The language of baking – words and meanings for kids Discussing basic baking terms is easy when you have a task to do and the utensils at hand. Here are some definitions: Batter. Mixture of dry and liquid ingredients, including eggs, flour, and water. Batter has a much thinner consistency than dough. Batch. Amount to …
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The Math and Science of Baking with Kids When you bake with a child, you can have fun in the kitchen, enjoy fresh-baked treats, AND introduce the building blocks of science and math. Baking is a science, and recipes and measurements must be followed exactly for your cookies, cakes, and treats to turn out deliciously …
Top 10 Favorite Kids’ Foods It’s no surprise that menus for kids often have the same options. Picky eaters or not, kids like to stick with the basics. If you are lucky enough to have a more adventurous eater, congratulations! If you are looking for a meal your kid will love, look no further. Find …
It’s Okay To Make Mistakes In The Kitchen. It’s okay for kids to make mistakes in the kitchen, as long as the mistakes do not involve knives or the stove or oven. Learning from mistakes is part of the process. Kids can follow these ten easy tips to make fewer mistakes. Check to make …
Cookbooks and setting realistic expectations for kids in the kitchen How do you judge whether a child will be able to make a recipe? A child’s age can be a guide. Kitchen Ink publishes cookbooks for children of all ages, and each book indicates the recommended age range. Another factor affecting readiness is how much …
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Cookies and Milk for Santa on Christmas Eve The American tradition of leaving treats for Santa started in the 1930s during the Great Depression, as a way to thank Santa for the gifts he left. Today many families bake special cookies for Santa and even leave carrots for his reindeer. Don’t forget! Santa’s reindeer are …
Thanksgiving Traditions Thanksgiving traditions have evolved through the years and vary from region to region. Many of us celebrate these traditions today without understanding their origins. With a Thanksgiving meal averaging 3,000 calories, why not begin a new tradition of an after-dinner family stroll. Walk off some calories before returning to the table for dessert. …
