Educational value
That's why the kitchen is a learning space
Inviting children into the kitchen is more than just a fun activity – it’s an investment in their development . Here they are allowed to experiment, take responsibility and learn important skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.
Three key areas where your child develops
- Cognitive skills: Following recipes trains planning, logic, sequential thinking, and number sense.
- Motor skills: Chopping, stirring and peeling strengthens fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
- Social & emotional strengths: The child learns cooperation, responsibility and experiences pride by contributing.
Safety and security in the kitchen
Even with child-friendly tools, it is important to create a safe environment. Always make sure:
- That the child stands stably on a non-slip surface
- That tools are always used under supervision
- Keeping hot surfaces and boiling liquids out of reach
A strong foundation for the future
When children learn to cook, they don't just gain a practical skill—they learn about nutrition, sustainability, and the value of creating something from scratch. It's a gift they can take with them into adulthood.
Den pædagogiske og videnskabelige værdi af madlavning med børn
Når børn deltager i madlavning, bliver det ikke kun en hyggelig stund – det er en aktivitet, der styrker deres kognitive udvikling, finmotorik og sociale kompetencer. Forskning viser, at praktiske, kreative opgaver som madlavning kan forbedre både indlæring og selvtillid.
Eksekutive funktioner
Planlægning, organisering og problemløsning bliver styrket, når barnet følger en opskrift fra start til slut.
Matematisk forståelse
Ved at måle, veje og dele op i portioner lærer barnet om mængder, proportioner og tid.
Sproglig udvikling
Børn udvider deres ordforråd med nye madrelaterede begreber og lærer at kommunikere trin-for-trin.
Sensorisk integration
Syn, lugt, smag og berøring arbejder sammen og styrker hjernens forbindelser.