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Storybook Cooks - A Literary and Culinary Adventure! (2x a Month)

Let's develop a love of books and literature, while also learning cooking skills and kitchen safety. Each class, we will discuss a new book, building basic reading & comprehension skills, then cook or bake a related treat together. #superstar
Katie Slessinger
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What's included

1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per week

Class Experience

US Grade Pre-Kindergarten - 2
*Use code SLESSBOOKCOOK33 for $3 off!*

Let's combine quality children's literature with hands-on fun in the kitchen! 

In this class, learners will be assigned a different book to read before each meeting (no purchase necessary; check your library and Youtube for free read alouds!). When we meet, we will discuss the events in the book and review the story elements. Learners will be invited to join in a group retelling as I lead a discussion with both comprehension and opinion-based questions. Discussions will be meant to inspire a love for literature and reading in young learners. 

*Please note that this class currently runs on an every other week schedule, so there are 2 meetings a month.*

Then, we will prep, create, and (if it does not need additional setting time) taste a treat that is related to the book! The time required to prepare the recipes each week may vary slightly, depending on the number of learners enrolled and their age/ability level, so some recipes may need additional setting or cooking time. This is a great way to encourage your child to try different foods and flavors they may not otherwise be interested in!

*This is an ongoing class, but you may join/leave as needed and able. Each class will be able to stand alone.*

Class Schedule:
January 3: "Do Frogs Drink Hot Chocolate? How Animals Keep Warm" by Etta Kaner/ Hot Cocoa Mix
January 17: "An Orange in January" by Diana Hutts Aston / Orange Muffins
February 7: "Owl Moon" by Jane Yolen / Owl Rice Cakes
February 21: "The Tea Party in the Woods" by Akiko Miyakoshi / Lemon Snowball Cookies
March 7: "The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson / Gruffalo Crumble Parfaits
March 21: "Mmm, Cookies!" by Robert Munsch / Sugar Cookie Cups
April on: coming soon!

Learning Goals

Learners will work on and improve their:

-Reading comprehension
-Vocabulary
-Expressive and receptive language
-Other ELA skills
-Discussion skills
-Turn taking
-Cooking skills
-Kitchen safety
-Confidence
-Direction following
-Fine motor skills
-Measuring 
-Science concepts
learning goal

Other Details

Parental Guidance
As we will be working in the kitchen, parental guidance is necessary whenever an appliance and certain tools are used. In addition, please review ingredient lists for any possible allergens.
Supply List
Ingredients and Supplies for 2/21:

Ingredients:
1 c butter, softened
¼ tsp salt
½ c confectioner’s sugar
1  tsp lemon extract (or 2 tsp lemon juice)
2 1/4 c flour
2 Tbsp cornstarch
Optional: additional ~1 confectioner’s sugar for coating

Supplies:
Large Bowl
Whisk
Mixer - electric  or hand
Baking sheet(s)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined January, 2022
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
I have taught in K-4 settings for 12 years, and have taught online cooking and reading classes for the last 4 years. 

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weekly

1x per week
25 min
Completed by 45 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-8
2-7 learners per class

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