Self-confidence
Being hands-on helps kids feel capable and responsible.
Social development
Cooking together builds communication and connection.
Creativity
Cooking encourages experimentation and personal expression.
Healthier habits
Kids who cook are more open to new foods and tend to eat better over time.
Cognitive skills
Cooking naturally builds math, reading, sequencing, and motor skills.
Real life skills
Early practice builds lasting habits around meal prep and safety.