Young children can develop a positive relationship with food and cooking by starting with simple tasks. Vanessa Silva emphasizes engaging kids in fun activities, such as washing and smelling herbs, and using soft fruits for chopping to encourage exploration. It's critical to create a low-pressure environment where cooking is not just part of meal preparation but a bonding activity. Neelam Patil suggests using child-safe tools to ensure safety as they learn, promoting independence and confidence in the kitchen.
Kids love to play with water. Get them to smell the herbs; get them to see the colors.
Parents need to remove any anxiety: make time to cook that is separate from when you're trying to put dinner on the table.
Cooking with children is a bonding activity; it should not make them feel like a burden to their parents.
Provide child-safe equipment, like a child-safe knife, to ensure kids can cook independently and safely.
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