A child who is cooking is reading, following directions, measuring, adding, subtracting and dividing. Even chemistry and physics are involved for those who want to delve deeper. Cooking is an important life skill on its own. At some point, everyone is going to need to prepare a meal without help. Those who can cook generally eat better than those who have to order pizza.
Cooking is a way to share time together.
Ask people about their favorite memories, and the kitchen is sure to turn up much of the time. When cooking becomes a family activity, it helps build closeness, memories and traditions that last for generations. Cooking broadens your child's food horizons. Dietitians and parents alike can tell you that a child is much more likely to eat foods he helped prepare. Getting your kids active in the kitchen can tempt even the pickiest eater.