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Food, Exercise and Body Image
Food, Exercise and Body Image
Are children overweight because they eat too much or because they don't exercise enough? A new study may shed light on the causes of childhood obesity and the ways it…...
Foraged Feasts: Autumn and Winter
Foraged Feasts: Autumn and Winter
Foraging is fun and easy, even in winter. These delicious recipes can be made by children with some adult help....
Foraged Feasts: Spring and Summer
Foraged Feasts: Spring and Summer
Foraging is an adventure that ends in a feast. Here are two forage foods that are delicious and easy to find and prepare....
Getting Children to Try New Foods
Getting Children to Try New Foods
Teaching our children to eat well from a wide range of foods can seem daunting, this article contains fun ways to give your children a taste for new foods....
History Cooking for Kids
History Cooking for Kids
Children love to experience history first hand, and cooking historical recipes can bring the past to life on your dining table....
Kitchen Safety for Kids
Kitchen Safety for Kids
Cooking is fun! But it’s also potentially hazardous! The best way to help your kids to keep safe while cooking is to make the rules part of learning to cook....
Making Children Aware of Healthy Eating
Making Children Aware of Healthy Eating
The best way to teach your kids about healthy eating is to set them an example. Give them some control and choice in what they eat. Don't let it become a battle!...
Quiz: Do You Know Your Food Groups?
Quiz: Do You Know Your Food Groups?
Understanding food groups can help children make better food choices. This simple quiz gives them an insight into food groups....
Quiz: Does Cooking Style Influence Children's Eating?
Quiz: Does Cooking Style Influence Children's Eating?
Exploring our own attitudes to food and cooking can help us be better role models for our children....
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cooking Safely?
Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Cooking Safely?
Learning to cook is important and knowing how to cook safely is vital if young people are to become confident and skilled in the kitchen. This simple quiz explores…...
Quiz: What's This Weird Food?
Quiz: What's This Weird Food?
This quiz explores the oddest foods and eating habits from all around the world....
Safety Equipment for the Kitchen
Safety Equipment for the Kitchen
The kitchen is the most dangerous room in the house. The best safety equipment is you - being there, being aware! But there is some equipment you can buy to help…...
Teaching Kids About Vitamins and Minerals
Teaching Kids About Vitamins and Minerals
Is your child getting enough vitamins and minerals? What does she need? Where will you find it? Does he need supplements? All about vitamins and minerals....
Teaching Kids Food Hygiene
Teaching Kids Food Hygiene
Cooking is fun and a great life skill to learn as long as it doesn't make us sick! Simple rules of hygiene help prevent that....
Teaching Kids the Importance of Healthy Eating
Teaching Kids the Importance of Healthy Eating
Our Top Ten tips for teaching children the importance of healthy eating, including setting a good example and getting them involved in menu planning....
Teaching Kids Where Food Comes From
Teaching Kids Where Food Comes From
Help children to understand that they have a choice when it comes to buying food and that making wise choices can help others as well as taste good....
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