April 17, 2012

{Tuesday's Tip} Working Together

Children learn by doing. Letting them help you in the kitchen is a great way to teach responsibility, independence, and nutrition. Start by giving every child a job to help out with dinner time preparation. I've listed a few ideas below of how to get your kids more involved in the kitchen. Hopefully these ideas will start you thinking about how your family can work together in the kitchen:
  • Give your child a wash rag and let him/her clean the table or counter
  • Allow your child to set the table. If possible, put plastic dinnerware (cups, plates, bowls, etc.) on lower shelves so the dishes are easily accessible for your child to set the table
  • Let your child help wash and put away the dishes after dinner is over
  • Have everyone be responsible to rinse their own dishes and put in the sink or dishwasher
  • Have your child help with simple food items that can be mixed, stirred, poured, etc.
  • Let your child choose the fruit or vegetable sides for dinner

Working in the kitchen together is a great time to talk and listen, plus it prepares everyone for family dinner.

What a wonderful time to be together!!

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