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Alphabet Chef: Cooking With the ABC's!

You're never too young to have fun in the kitchen! Each week, learners will create a treat based on a different letter of the ABC's. We will also learn a song, poem, or game to practice letter ID and sounds. Dietary substitutions possible. #superstar

Katie Slessinger

Average rating:

5.0

Number of reviews:

(300)

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What's included

1 live meeting

30 mins in-class hours per week

Homework

Try out the recipes again with family members, or try putting your own spin on them after we try them out in class.

Class Experience

**Code SLESSCOOK5 takes $5 off your first class.**

In this interactive, alphabet-themed cooking class, young learners will have fun making a delicious breakfast, snack, lunch, or dessert! This is an ongoing class, but you may join/leave as needed and able. Recipe names will be posted at least 4 weeks in advance in the class description for planning purposes. 

Ingredient lists will be provided a week before each class to allow for ample time to gather necessary ingredients. Fancy kitchen equipment and experience are not necessary. Recipes will be kid-friendly without too many complicated ingredients, but young learners will still need some assistance. Recipes will also be able to be altered to meet dietary restrictions as needed. 

Each week, I will introduce the letter of the alphabet we are focusing on. Learners will participate in a fun activity, game, or song about the focus letter. Then, we will prep, create, and (if it does not need additional setting time) taste our treats! The time required to prepare the recipes each week may vary slightly, depending on the number of learners enrolled and their age/ability level, but I hope to have some sharing time embedded in the class as well. This is a great way to encourage your child to try different foods and flavors they may not otherwise be interested in!

Helping in the kitchen develops so many different skills for young children, such as:
-Direction following
-Kitchen and cooking skills and safety
-Ingredient knowledge 
-Fine motor skills
-Measuring 
-Science concepts 


The class is set to 6 students to provide for a small group class, however, if you are looking to sign up as siblings and only see 1 spot left, please message me so I can open a spot for sibling(s).

Class Schedule:
September 5: Letter T / Animal Toast
September 12: Letter U / Upside Down Peach Cake
September 19: No Class. You will not be charged.
September 26: Letter V / Vanilla Muffins
October 3: Letter W / White Chocolate Blondies
October 10: Letter X / Snack Mix
October 17: Letter Y / Yogurt Bark
October 24: Letter Z / Zuchinni Bread
October 31: Letter A / Apple Donuts
November on: coming soon!


*If this class is sold out, check my profile for the Self-Paced format! Same recipes, same lessons, at your own pace!

Learning Goals

-Direction following
-Kitchen and cooking skills and safety
-Ingredient knowledge 
-Fine motor skills
-Measuring 
-Science concepts 
-Vocabulary
-Keeping a tidy workspace
-Social Interactions

Other Details

Parental Guidance

Recipes will be fairly simple and kid-friendly, but some parental guidance may still be necessary, and more for younger students. Parents should always provide supervision and guidance when an appliance or some kitchen utensils are used. It is also recommended that a clean, reachable workstation be set up for your learner, whether at a table or counter space.

Supply List

Ingredient list will be sent a week before the class occurs. Recipe card will be available upon completion of the class. 

I suggest an apron or covering, or wearing clothes that are okay to get a bit messy!

Ingredients and supplies for 10/10:

Ingredients:
5 ingredients of your choice. Ideas include:
	Dried fruit
	Raisins
	Pretzel sticks
	Goldfish
	Cereal
	Teddy Grahams
	Mini Nilla Wafers
	Nuts 
	m&ms or small candies
	Gummy candies
	Chocolate chips
	Mini marshmallows	

Supplies:
Bowl
Spoon
Something to scoop ingredients with - measuring cups, small bowls, etc.

External Resources

Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

Katie Slessinger

Joined January, 2022

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300reviews

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Teacher expertise and credentials

Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education

Hello! I am Ms. Katie. I teach classes of different interests and topics for young learners. I have a passion for this age group and love to interact with my students in fun and engaging ways!

I believe that learning should be FUN and that even our youngest learners should have the opportunity to express themselves while developing and following their own interests. I strive to make my classroom a safe, engaging space where all learners feel comfortable doing so. I also believe in tailoring learning to a student's development, interests, and abilities. I have enjoyed the freedom to provide such educational experiences to my own children whom I homeschool, and love doing the same for my learners now on Outschool!

I have taught in a variety of settings and environments for the last 13 years. I have been a teacher for over 10 years. I spent 9 years in the public education system as a classroom teacher, 3 in 3rd grade and 6 in Kindergarten. I taught the entire 2020-21 school year virtually, to 50 Kindergarten students! I have years of experience in learning support, gifted support, autism support, emotional support. I have also helped to run an outdoor, nature-centered camp for children ages 4-14. I served as an Envirothon coach for grades 3 and 4, and helped to start and run a "Storybook STEM" club for elementary aged children. I have my Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and my Master's Degree in Education. I am also a Google Certified Educator. 

On a personal note, I love being outside, hiking, reading, traveling, baking, and being a mom to my own 3 young children who also love to take classes on Outschool.