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A great guide on getting children started in the kitchen and learning how to cook for themselves and others. I cant wait to try out some of the recipes with my daughter. The steps are clearly set out and the pictures are beautiful

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I received an ARC of this cookbook from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

This is a fantastic children's cookbook. There are a lot of detailed pictures to help kids learn to cook. And the recipes all look wonderful!

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Cooking Class is an easy to follow recipe book for children. I love the cooking rules and lessons at the start, its a great introduction to keep everyone safe and have fun in the kitchen. The recipes are very colourful and eye-catching and easy to follow. The difficulty rating was great as they could decide for themselves which recipes they could try themselves and which they might need help with.

Great first cookbook full of delicious recipes with easy to get ingredients

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This cookbook is a fabulous tool for teaching kids to cook and be comfortable in the kitchen. There are tons of photos that makes it easier for kids to follow the recipe and good kitchen vocabulary. There are recipe ratings for difficulty (1, 2 and 3 spoons) so kids can distinguish better if they can do a recipe on their own, or if they will need more adult assistance.
I tried a handful of the recipes with my kids. They were easy and yummy. Such a fun book.
Bonus: in the back of the book there are cute games, recipe cards, etc for kids to cut out.

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This cookbook is perfect for young children to learn the ropes in the kitchen and feel confident at the same time. The detail and pictures included in each recipe make it easy to follow and reference. I love that there are measuring spoons with each recipe so you know know the difficulty level before-hand. The book also includes hand washing, table setting, and basic kitchen hygiene information. All in all, this will be a perfect tool to include in our homeschool curriculum.

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This is a great cookbook for kids of just about any age. I love that the step-by-step instructions also include photos so that readers know what it should look like as they move along through the recipes. The intro sections about basic safety rules and kitchen vocabulary are perfect for young chefs and bakers who may not be familiar with a lot of the terms used in recipes. And of course the recipes are all fantastic! There is such a great variety of foods to choose from that even pickier eaters can find multiple things to try. I received this as an e-book but I'll definitely be on the look out for a print version to keep in the kitchen!

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This is perfect for introducing your kids to cooking. I wish I’d known about it when my kids were younger! I think it’s also a good resource for those with executive function issues, no matter what age they may be. Deanna Cook breaks down each recipe into easy-to-manage steps, and nothing in here is overly complicated. Each section separates the recipes into difficulty levels by the number of spoons by the name—easy has one spoon, etc. I like how even the basics are included, like how to crack an egg, how to cook pasta, how to make a fried egg, and more. I’ve got my eye on a few recipes to try out with my kids, like granola bars, popcorn balls and a chicken curry that looks absolutely delectable.

At the beginning, Cook goes over what you will need and safety rules, and the end has some fun bonuses like place cards, conversation starters and stickers & labels. Everything’s here for your little kitchen buddy! Publication Day is October 1st!

Thank you to NetGalley and Storey Publishing for the complimentary eARC in exchange for my honest feedback.

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This was really cute. I would definitely buy this for my nieces and nephews who enjoy making little treats in the kitchen. The instructions were really simple and the pictures were so cute.

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I can’t wait for this to come out!

As a new homeschool mom, a book like this is amazing!

A+ Graphics
A+ Instructions
A+ Details
A+ Kid Friendly EVERYTHING (graphics, colors, meals!)

Super impressed and would love a copy! 🤩

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I love this book, and think it is a great first cook book for any kid who wants to learn to cook or is showing interest in the kitchen. From an introduction to kitchen terms and tools to simple recipes easy enough for kids to attempt to fun stickers and cards in the back, this book has everything you could ever want in a kids introductory cook book.

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Review to come September 2024 on blog/other places.

I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.

Give Mehsi a fun cooking book and she is all in for it! Though it does depend on the cooking/baking book. If it is just all text and not much fun I may not be that interested, but if it is something like this? Playful? Fun? With photographs? Tips? And more? Yes.

The book is split up in 7 chapters, the first being all about how to cook/how to prep and all the other basics. Not one I need as I have been cooking/baking for a while now, haha. Still I am always happy that books add it and that this one went full on for it. Some books just delve in a bit, but this one goes through all the basics. Plus, throughout the book you will also get some tips on how to do x or y, so if you miss something in this chapter, no worries it will probably come back in other chapters.

And from then on it is Breakfast, Lunch, Snacks, a special chapter on veggies, Dinner, and of course most important of all, dessert! YUM! Definitely the last chapter was the one I was looking forward to the most, haha. I just love a good sweet treat. But I have to say that the rest of the recipes were also fun and I just need to try several of them. Like I want to give those Breakfast Sundaes a try, they look like a treat! Plus, I want to try those French Toasts on a stick! Oh, and Lettuce Roll-ups, and Quiche Cupcakes, and and, well I guess you get the idea. This girl was all in for this book. So much delicious yums to try out. And I definitely love that each chapter is a different part of the day and that you can just scroll to the one you want to go for.

The recipes are split in three difficulty ratings, 1 spoon, 2 spoons, and 3 spoons. I have to say I had expected a bit more of that. I know that this is a book for kids, but most of the recipes are super simple. A lot of fun, but very simple. I have seen some kids books like this that go pretty difficult and I kinda missed that in this one.

The instructions to each recipe is very clear by way of text + photographs. There are also extra bits with tips for creative cooks (to change things up a bit and try new combos), plus also fun events you can try to do with recipes~ I really liked those extra bits!

And just like every cooking/baking book in existence, I will be avoiding the recipes with nuts/peanuts if it is the key-element, otherwise I will see if I can play around a bit with the recipe.

I like the extras at the end, the labels for the various things you can make + the recipe cards + games + more. I was already considering buying this book because of the fun recipes, but this really is an extra I cannot resist!

All in all, a really fun book with not too hard very yummy recipes~ I would recommend it!

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I must admit I've been a fan of the original edition of this book, touting 57 recipes. This new and updated 10th Anniversary edition of cooking class now has 72 recipes.

Deanna F. Cook has done it again! This book is accessible and engaging, and perfect for your mini-chef to cook with you. The age range is 6 to 12 years old, and I'd agree with that. Snack Attack remains my favourite section and is the most fun. Fruit Kebabs for the win!

Thank you, Storey Publishing, for providing me with an advanced reader's copy.

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I am so torn on how to rate this cookbook. On one hand there is good information about kitchen safety, cooking terms and a variety of recipes. I also liked the photos throughout the book. But, on the other hand I was very distracted by the poor contrast between the text color and background color on a majority of the pages. I understand the idea of making things stand out, fun (especially since this is geared towards kids) but as someone who is low vision it was enough to make me not want to even attempt to read it. On a related note I wish the text wasn’t justified; again it’s harder to read. The color contrast is a much bigger issue for me though. Unfortunately, I don’t think I’d purchase this for myself or someone else.

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I really love this book on cooking with kids. There are creative and colorful ideas to keep things interesting in a child's diet. The focus on whole and nutritious foods is much appreciated in this culture of over-processed convenience foods.

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I really like this cookbook. It is easy to read and follow. If I were a kid, I'd love to get on the fun after reading this. But even as an adult, I got some recipes that are easy and fit into a busy life.
I love all the photos (especially in the instructions). This is a great first-start cookbook.

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A delightful fun Cookbook aimed at children with lots of photos on methods and the results! Some very easy recipes with some more complex ones as well. Certainly ideal for the older child who can read and can attempt the recipes themselves plus a younger child with adult or sibling help to read. Adult supervision recommended throughout understandably. My only criticism is being aimed at the American market is the use of cups throughout, it would be so easy to also add grams and ounces for this side of the Atlantic as I'm sure this book would sell well. There are a few recipes with spoon measurements and intriguingly reference to ounces when using cans, but sticks of butter are a mystery as well. I would have given a resounding 5* if the measurements were more universal Despite all this I shall attempt a couple of recipes in a couple of weeks when my granddaughters are coming to stay for a weekend.

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This book really is fantastic, I really wish there was a cookbook like this when I was younger. It would make a fantastic addition to any budding chefs collection or for a child who is just starting to show an interest in the kitchen.
The recipes are clear & easy to follow, I love that the pages are brightly coloured and appealing for children and that hygiene is reminded. The lessons at the beginning of the book is what makes this cookbook stand out to me, everything that you need to know relating to the kitchen is explained in great detail.
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Thank you NetGalley and Storey Publishing for the opportunity to review this book.

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This is a great cookbook for kids! I like how the chapters are organized by meal. It is very helpful the way they explain the basic "rules" of cooking, vocabulary, safety tips, and techniques. The photos are really enjoyable to look at. The step-by-step pictures and instructions are clear and easy to follow.

There is a nice balance of healthy food and treats, with a lot of emphasis on colorful, healthy foods that look and taste good. I like how some international dishes are included, and the children in the photos are of all different races and ethnicities. The food pictured looks fun and appealing, and there are some good ideas on entertaining.

I highly recommend this as a first cookbook for kids aged approximately 8-12. This is one of the best children's cookbooks I've ever seen!

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Cooking Class 10th Anniversary is a kids cookbook that has great recipes and step by step instructions with detailed pictures to help kids learn how to cook. The recipes are things that kids and grownups alike will enjoy. I recommend this cookbook for kids and adults that are just learning to cook.
Thank you NetGalley for the opportunity to read this book for my honest opinion.

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What a wonderful beginner kitchen book. I know a few adults who could use this easy to follow cooking lesson book. How to pick foods, how to setup a kitchen, how to prepare basic meals - it's a great intro to everyday style cooking.

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