Children learn new things when they practice them in everyday routines. Try one or two of the following activities. With a little bit of practice, cooking activities can become a natural place to talk and learn about STEM. Use these ideas to set up the environment and materials to best suit your child’s needs.

• Place an anti-slip/stabilizing mat below the plates/bowls so they do not move.
• Use adjustable height table or adjustable chair if your child needs sit down or rest frequently.

• Use an alternative “banana based” recipe (blended or mushed up frozen bananas) for children who may only have thickened liquids by mouth (in consultation with feeding therapist or SLP).
• Use mittens/towels to hold bags/containers if child is sensitive to temperature.

• Use pictures and/or icons to signal next steps and/or each step of the sequence.
• Communicate with your child at eye level.