At what age can children start helping in the kitchen?
Children can start helping in the kitchen as early as 2 years old with simple tasks. As they grow older, they can gradually take on more complex responsibilities. Here is a general guideline: - 2-3 years old: Washing vegetables, stirring ingredients, tearing lettuce. - 4-5 years old: Measuring ingredients, cutting soft foods with a plastic knife, setting the table. - 6-7 years old: Reading simple recipes, cracking eggs, using a peeler. - 8-9 years old: Using a can opener, following more complex recipes, using a knife with supervision. - 10 years and older: Cooking on the stove, baking, planning meals.
