Wagner Lisa. Cool African Cooking: Fun and Tasty Recipes for Kids

Checkerboard Books, 2011. — 32 p. — (Cool World Cooking) — ISBN10: 1617146587, ISBN13: 978-1617146589.Age Range: 8 - 11 years
Grade Level: 3 - 6Introduces beginning cooks to the foods of Africa and includes step-by-step instructions for preparing several traditional dishes.You’re invited to assist an up-and-coming chef! As children learn to cook, they develop new skills, gain confidence, and make some delicious food. What’s more, it’s going to be a lot of fun!Efforts have been made to keep the recipes in this book authentic yet simple. You will notice that some of the recipes are more difficult than others. Be there to help children with these recipes, but encourage them to do as much as they can on their own. Also encourage them to try new foods and experiment with their own ideas. Building creativity into the cooking process encourages children to think like real chefs.Before getting started, set some ground rules about using the kitchen, cooking tools, and ingredients. Most importantly, adult supervision is a must whenever a child uses the stove, oven, or sharp tools.So, put on your aprons and stand by. Let your young chefs take the lead. Watch and learn. Taste their creations. Praise their efforts. Enjoy the culinary adventure!