Cooking with kids could be so much fun. What I like the most when I cook with my daughter is the talking. Very often we share something deep in our hearts in kitchen. While we focus on talking, we easily overlook some safety rules. Fortunately, no accidents happen so far. To make cooking with kids safe and fun, parents do need some practical tips (Thanks, Melissa) :

Set up clear rules about the stove.
Explain to them about the stove in age-appropriate, simple terms; for example, “The stove is hot! It’s not OK to touch it. Mommy or Daddy will put the pan in the oven. You can watch.” Always keep pan and utensil handles turned towards the back of the stove.

Give preschoolers their own safe utensils.
Offer them wooden or plastic ones. If older children are able to use grown-up equipment, monitor them carefully. Avoid giving children graters, as fingers can easily get scraped.

Cooking with Kids [PBS Parents]

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