Fun STEM Cooking Summer Camp
In this fun and interactive cooking camp for kids 8-12, your child will discover 5 delicious and easy recipes while learning basic kitchen skills!
Ms. Alyssa
Average rating:
4.7
Number of reviews:(7)
What's included
5 live meetings
2 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursAssessment
Learner progress will be informally assessed through participation and completion of the recipes during each session.Class Experience
Welcome to our exciting Summer Cooking Camp, where young chefs aged 8-12 will embark on a culinary adventure! This hands-on, interactive camp is designed to spark creativity, build confidence in the kitchen, and teach essential cooking skills. We'll explore a variety of delicious recipes and create a keepsake recipe book. Each session begins with a brief lecture and demonstration, followed by learners preparing the recipe themselves, with guidance and support. No prior cooking experience is required, just enthusiasm to learn and have fun in the kitchen! EARLY BIRD SPECIAL: Use coupon code ALYSSASUMMER5 and get $5 off any summer camp until Jun 1, 2023! Class Structure: Introduction (5 min): We'll start each session with a warm welcome and a brief overview of the recipe we'll be making that day. Cooking Demonstration (15 min): I'll guide the students through each step of the recipe, demonstrating techniques and explaining the importance of kitchen safety. Cooking Time (5 min): Students will have time to prepare their own versions of the recipe with my guidance and support. Recipe Book Creation (3 min): Learners will spend a few minutes each day adding the day's recipe to their personalized recipe book. Sharing and Discussion (2 min): We'll wrap up each session by sharing our creations and discussing what we learned that day. Class Description: ⇢ Session 1: Fruit Salad - Learn to make a colorful and refreshing fruit salad using a variety of fruits. ⇢ Session 2: English Muffin Pizzas - Create delicious mini pizzas with customizable toppings on English muffins. ⇢ Session 3: No-Bake Cookies - Prepare scrumptious no-bake cookies with oats, chocolate, and peanut butter. ⇢ Session 4: Pasta Salad - Whip up a tasty pasta salad with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. ⇢ Session 5: Smoothies - Blend up a nutritious and yummy fruit smoothie with your favorite ingredients.
Learning Goals
Learn basic cooking and baking skills
Understand how to follow a recipe and measure ingredients
Discover how to make healthy and tasty meals
Practice teamwork and communication while cooking with others
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Supervision is required during all sessions to ensure the safety of learners in the kitchen. Parents should be prepared to assist with tasks such as using knives and the stovetop. Use of the oven is not required for this class. Please refer to the Learner Supply List for a comprehensive list of materials and ingredients needed for participation in each session. Learners are required to obtain their own ingredients, but rest assured, all items are common and can be easily found at your local grocery store.
Supply List
General Materials Needed for Each Session: Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons Cutting board Knife Spoons and spatulas Plates or bowls for serving Paper towels or kitchen towel Additional Materials and Ingredients for Each Individual Session: Session 1: Fruit Salad Variety of fruits (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, grapes, kiwi, pineapple, melon) Honey or maple syrup (optional) Lemon or lime juice Session 2: English Muffin Pizzas English muffins Pizza sauce or marinara sauce Mozzarella cheese Optional toppings (e.g., pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives) Baking sheet Oven mitts Session 3: No-Bake Cookies Quick-cooking oats Sugar Unsweetened cocoa powder Butter Milk Vanilla extract Peanut butter or alternative nut/seed butter Wax paper or parchment paper Saucepan Session 4: Pasta Salad Pasta (e.g., rotini, penne, or bowtie) Fresh vegetables (e.g., cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers) Cheese (e.g., feta, cheddar, or mozzarella) Italian dressing or homemade vinaigrette Colander Session 5: Smoothies Variety of fruits and vegetables (e.g., bananas, strawberries, blueberries, spinach, kale) Liquid base (e.g., milk, yogurt, almond milk, or fruit juice) Blender Glasses
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined March, 2023
4.7
7reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
New York Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
2 Degrees
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Saint Joseph's College
Associate's Degree in Psychology from Suffolk County Community College
I'm a passionate cook with years of experience in the kitchen, and I have successfully taught cooking skills to children in classroom settings. My love for food and teaching combines to create a fun and engaging learning environment, where I aim to inspire young chefs to explore the joys of cooking.Reviews
Live Group Class
$80
for 5 classes5x per week, 1 week
30 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-12
2-9 learners per class
