Junior Chef Club
Engages tweens in team-based cooking challenges and creative recipes.
Description : Learners participate in collaborative cooking projects where they explore ingredients, follow recipes, and present their culinary creations in a fun, competitive setting.
Category : LifeSkills
Age : 8+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Introduction to Cooking Section 1: Getting Started - Lesson 1: What is Cooking? - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1: What is Cooking? - Lesson 2: Fun Facts About Food and Cooking - Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2: Fun Facts About Food and Cooking Section 2: Kitchen Safety - Lesson 1: Basic Kitchen Rules - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1: Basic Kitchen Rules - Lesson 2: Handling Hot Items and Sharp Tools - Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2: Handling Hot Items and Sharp Tools Section 3: Basic Kitchen Tools - Lesson 1: Introduction to Kitchen Tools - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1: Introduction to Kitchen Tools - Lesson 2: Using Utensils Safely - Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2: Using Utensils Safely Section 4: Measuring and Mixing - Lesson 1: How to Measure Ingredients - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1: How to Measure Ingredients - Lesson 2: Techniques for Mixing Ingredients - Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2: Techniques for Mixing Ingredients Section 5: Staying Organized - Lesson 1: Setting Up a Cooking Station - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1: Setting Up a Cooking Station - Lesson 2: Cleaning Up After Cooking - Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2: Cleaning Up After Cooking Module 2: Exploring Ingredients Section 1: Fruits and Vegetables - Lesson 1: Identifying Common Fruits and Vegetables - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1: Identifying Common Fruits and Vegetables - Lesson 2: The Importance of Fresh Produce - Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2: The Importance of Fresh Produce Section 2: Spices and Herbs - Lesson 1: Recognizing Basic Spices - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1: Recognizing Basic Spices - Lesson 2: Using Herbs to Enhance Flavors - Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2: Using Herbs to Enhance Flavors Section 3: Dairy and Eggs - Lesson 1: Understanding Dairy Products - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Dairy Products - Lesson 2: The Role of Eggs in Cooking - Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2: The Role of Eggs in Cooking Section 4: Grains and Pasta - Lesson 1: Exploring Different Grains - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1: Exploring Different Grains - Lesson 2: An Introduction to Pasta - Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2: An Introduction to Pasta Section 5: Proteins and Legumes - Lesson 1: Overview of Protein Sources - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1: Overview of Protein Sources - Lesson 2: Cooking with Legumes - Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2: Cooking with Legumes Module 3: Recipe Fundamentals Section 1: Reading Recipes - Lesson 1: Understanding Recipe Headings and Lists - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1: Understanding Recipe Headings and Lists - Lesson 2: Decoding Recipe Terminology - Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2: Decoding Recipe Terminology Section 2: Following Directions - Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1: Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions - Lesson 2: The Importance of Following Measurements - Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2: The Importance of Following Measurements Section 3: Measuring Portions - Lesson 1: Understanding Portion Sizes - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1: Understanding Portion Sizes - Lesson 2: Tools for Measuring Ingredients - Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2: Tools for Measuring Ingredients Section 4: Timing and Sequencing - Lesson 1: Planning Your Cooking Time - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1: Planning Your Cooking Time - Lesson 2: Sequencing Steps for Success - Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2: Sequencing Steps for Success Section 5: Budgeting for Meals - Lesson 1: Shopping Smart and Saving Money - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1: Shopping Smart and Saving Money - Lesson 2: Planning Affordable Meals - Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2: Planning Affordable Meals Module 4: Cooking Techniques Section 1: Boiling and Steaming - Lesson 1: Basics of Boiling Ingredients - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1: Basics of Boiling Ingredients - Lesson 2: Introduction to Steaming - Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2: Introduction to Steaming Section 2: Baking and Roasting - Lesson 1: Understanding the Oven and Baking Basics - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1: Understanding the Oven and Baking Basics - Lesson 2: Simple Roasting Techniques - Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2: Simple Roasting Techniques Section 3: Frying Basics - Lesson 1: Safe Frying Practices - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1: Safe Frying Practices - Lesson 2: Understanding Oil Temperatures - Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2: Understanding Oil Temperatures Section 4: Simple Stir-Fry - Lesson 1: Preparing Ingredients for Stir-Fry - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1: Preparing Ingredients for Stir-Fry - Lesson 2: Stir-Fry Techniques and Safety - Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2: Stir-Fry Techniques and Safety Section 5: Basic Sauces and Dressings - Lesson 1: Making Simple Sauces - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1: Making Simple Sauces - Lesson 2: Creating Fresh Salad Dressings - Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2: Creating Fresh Salad Dressings Module 5: Presentation and Teamwork Section 1: Plating Principles - Lesson 1: The Art of Plating Food - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1: The Art of Plating Food - Lesson 2: Keeping Plates Neat and Tidy - Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2: Keeping Plates Neat and Tidy Section 2: Garnishing Techniques - Lesson 1: Simple Garnishing with Herbs - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1: Simple Garnishing with Herbs - Lesson 2: Adding Color and Texture - Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2: Adding Color and Texture Section 3: Collaboration in the Kitchen - Lesson 1: Working as a Team - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1: Working as a Team - Lesson 2: Sharing Tasks and Responsibilities - Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2: Sharing Tasks and Responsibilities Section 4: Food Presentation Styles - Lesson 1: Exploring Different Presentation Styles - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1: Exploring Different Presentation Styles - Lesson 2: Creative Plating Ideas - Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2: Creative Plating Ideas Section 5: Presenting Your Dish - Lesson 1: Tips for a Confident Food Presentation - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1: Tips for a Confident Food Presentation - Lesson 2: Practice Session: Sharing Your Culinary Creation - Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2: Practice Session: Sharing Your Culinary Creation