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Which subject	Mathematics
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
What topic	Cooking
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Cooking with Numbers: A Delicious Math Adventure!

Introduction

Welcome to our fun-filled math lesson that combines cooking and learning! Today, we're going to explore the wonderful world of numbers through a tasty recipe. Get ready to measure, count, and create delicious treats as we dive into the magic of math in the kitchen!

The Cooking Challenge

Objective

To develop basic math skills such as counting, measuring, and recognizing shapes through a hands-on cooking experience.

Recipe: Yummy Fruit Parfaits

We will make Yummy Fruit Parfaits! This easy and colorful recipe will help us practice our math skills while creating something delicious to eat.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of yogurt (any flavor)
• 1 cup of granola
• 2 cups of mixed fruits (like strawberries, blueberries, bananas)

Tools Needed

• Measuring cups
• Bowls
• Spoons
• Clear cups or jars for serving

Let's Get Started!

Step 1: Counting Our Ingredients

Before we start cooking, let’s count how many of each ingredient we have.

• Count how many cups of yogurt we have.
• Count how many cups of granola we have.
• Count how many fruits we can see.

Ask the children to shout out the numbers as they count together!

Step 2: Measuring Time!

Now that we've counted our ingredients, it’s time to measure them!

• Let’s use the measuring cups to scoop out 1 cup of yogurt.
• Next, we will measure 1 cup of granola.

Encourage kids to take turns using the measuring cups for hands-on practice!

Step 3: Layering Our Parfaits

Here's where the fun starts! We’re going to layer our parfaits.

1. Add 1 cup of yogurt to the clear cup.
2. Add 1 cup of granola.
3. Add 1 cup of mixed fruits.

Along the way, talk to the children about shapes: "What shape is the cup? What shapes can we see in the fruits?"

Step 4: Enjoying Our Creation!

Now that our Yummy Fruit Parfaits are ready, it’s time to enjoy them!

• As the kids eat, ask questions about how many layers they see, how many fruits they can count, and ask them to share their favorite part of the parfait.

Conclusion

Through our cooking adventure today, we learned how to count, measure, and recognize shapes—all while having fun in the kitchen! Remember, math is everywhere, and it’s especially yummy when we cook together!

Follow-Up Activity

For our next class, we can have a "Cooking Math Day!" where each child brings their favorite snack, and we can learn to count and measure again!

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This lesson not only engages children in basic math concepts through a hands-on activity but also encourages teamwork, creativity, and of course, a delicious reward at the end! Enjoy cooking and counting!