Skill· 5y–6y· 2 min
Aromatic Lentil Soup
Parent and child work together to prepare a simple lentil soup, focusing on measuring ingredients, following sequential steps, and exploring aromas. The agent coaches the parent to observe planning skills, attention to sequence, and sensory awareness during a collaborative cooking activity.
Free to do together whenever you like.
What you'll need
Kitchen workspace with ingredients accessible. Child should be able to stand safely at counter or table. Have measuring cups, spoons, cutting board (parent handles knife), and pot ready. Best done when child is alert and curious.
How it works
The 3-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.
What this develops
- MilestoneShows object-function knowledgeMind· 2.7y–5y· core· Step 2
- MilestonePours or serves food or drink with supervisionBody· 3y–5y· core
- MilestoneUses talk to organise, sequence and clarify thinking, ideas, feelings and events.Mind· 3.3y–5y· core· Step 1
- MilestoneHandles varied tools with controlBody· 3.3y–5y· stretch· Step 2
- MilestoneUses basic time conceptsMind· 4y–5y· stretch
Visual example
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