Kids in the Kitchen: Amazing Animal Treats
Young chefs will make a tasty animal-themed treat with 4 separate recipes.
Jessica McKenna
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(474)
What's included
4 pre-recorded lessons
4 weeks
of teacher support1 year access
to the contentClass Experience
US Grade Preschool - 2
Beginner Level
Animal lovers who are looking to develop basic kitchen skills will love this animal-themed cooking class! We will focus on basic, age-appropriate kitchen skills such as spreading and cutting (very soft items, like banana). Kitchen safety will also be a part of the course, particularly when we use a knife. (Because of the age of our young chefs, adult guidance is recommended.) The recipes we will make together are Roaring Lion Bagels Teddy Bear Toast Pink Pig Bagels Chick Bento Box This class is asynchronous, so we do not meet live. A video will be posted for each lesson. In the video, each step will be demonstrated and your chef will be able to pause and complete the step before moving on. In addition to the instructional video, a recipe for each cooking project will be posted so you can insure that you have the necessary ingredients and kitchen tools. Chefs are encouraged to post a photo of their final product to the classroom. If your chef has food allergies or sensitivities, please see the ingredients listed in the Supplies section. Recipes may include common allergens, such as milk, nuts, or eggs, and a substitution may be needed.
Learning Goals
Students will practice basic kitchen skills, such as measuring, mixing, cutting, and safety.
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 4 WeeksLesson 1:
Roaring Lion Bagels
We will practice spreading while decorating a bagel half to look like a roaring lion. Lesson 2:
Teddy Bear Toast
We will practice spreading while decorating toast to look like a bear. We will also practice cutting and review knife safety. Lesson 3:
Pig Bagels
We will practice mixing and spreading. Then we will practice cutting and review knife safety. Lesson 4:
Chick Bento Box
In this lesson, we will practice cutting while putting a complete lunch together and decorating it. Other Details
Parental Guidance
Adult supervision may be needed when we use kitchen tools, such as knives. Please check ingredient lists for allergens.
Supply List
Lesson 1 - Roaring Lion Bagels - a bagel half, your favorite spreadable (peanut butter, hummus, etc.), thin pretzel sticks, chocolate chips Lesson 2 - Teddy Bear Toast - a piece of toast, your favorite spreadable, banana, chocolate chips Lesson 3 - Pink Pig Bagels - a bagel half, red food coloring, a light colored spreadable (cream cheese, hummus, etc.), strawberry, chocolate chips, decorating gel Lesson 4 - Chick Bento Box - sliced cheese or deli meat, bread, lettuce, shredded carrot, egg, raisins (or similar size, like chocolate chips), finger foods (crackers, chopped veggies, etc.)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined September, 2020
4.9
474reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate
Bachelor's Degree in English from Rutgers College
Hello! I'm Jessica McKenna. I have a love of learning and enjoy bringing that passion to the classroom. My goal is to inspire your child to be passionate about learning as well.
I have 20 years of teaching experience both in-person and online. My journey teaching on Outschool began in April 2020 and I have been lucky enough to work with learners from all but one continent. In addition to my years teaching on this platform, I have also worked with children ages 3-13 in a variety of in-person capacities, including as a teacher, as a curriculum specialist, and the director of an early education center. I have been the educator of adults as well as children and have had the opportunity to teach other professionals on a wide range of topics including Foundations of Early Education and Positive Guidance in the Classroom.
I have my Bachelor’s Degree in both Art History and English from Rutgers University and am certified to teach Kindergarten through 5th Grade. I am also trained in the Handwriting Without Tears approach to learning print and cursive penmanship and base my handwriting classes and tutoring around this program. Even with the ability to use technology to communicate, I believe that handwriting is an important, basic life skill that should not go unlearned. Cooking is another basic skill that is important, and it offers the opportunity to practice other subjects, most notably math, reading, and science.
My aforementioned love of learning lends itself to my being a life-long learner. I frequently participate in professional development and educational experiences, such as Integrated STEM and Working with Diverse Learners.
When I'm not in the virtual classroom or reading Jane Austen, I enjoy traveling, cooking, and spoiling my cats.Reviews
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