Started making it a tradition that one of my kids picks the Sunday dinner and we cook it together. My 10yo chose homemade pizza last week, my 12yo did tacos yesterday. Yeah it takes longer and the kitchen is a mess but they're learning skills and actually eating what they make. Plus my wife gets a break. Win-win situation right here.
This is one of those things that sounds simple but actually takes real effort to make happen every week. You're building memories and teaching them actual skills at the same time. Keep it up.
This is such a cool tradition. My kids actually fought over who gets to pick next week's dinner. They also tried to pick cereal for dinner once but hey, they're learning.
Making time to actually cook with them instead of just feeding them is something they're gonna remember forever. How old are yours? I'm trying to figure out when to start this with my youngest.
Our kitchen looks like a tornado hit it after we do this but man the kids actually eat better when they made it. Plus they're learning they can follow instructions and make something good happen.
This is such a good idea. My kids actually pay attention and try harder when they get to pick the meal. Plus they're learning real cooking skills instead of just watching a screen.
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We do something similar and it's become the highlight of our week. The kids feel like they actually matter in the kitchen and we get quality time. Plus you find out what they actually like to eat.
How old are your kids? Just trying to figure out what age range makes this work best. My three are pretty spread out so finding stuff everyone can participate in is tricky sometimes.