Post by Loupy on Jun 22, 2018 15:36:56 GMT -7
3 ways to involve kids in taking someone a meal
From: Lindsey @ takethemameal.com/blog/breakfast-pizza-plus-tips-to-involve-kids-in-the-kitchen.php
Taking someone a meal in need is the perfect opportunity to involve your entire family in serving others. I truly believe the heart of your home is your ministry to others, especially as you invite others to gather around your table for a meal or when you prepare a meal to deliver to another family.
Our farmhouse table has 8 leaves and it extends out to a little over 12 feet. It might be a tad tight in our dining room when fully extended but everyone is gathered around. The table was the first major purchase we made as a married couple. Hospitality and growing our own food have always been important in our home, as well as involving our kids in caring for others through meals and beyond.
3 ways to involve kids in taking someone a meal
1. Have them create a handmade card or piece of artwork for the refrigerator. If they are old enough to write, have them include a sweet encouraging hand-written note too. Often, kids love being creative and this activity could happily occupy them while you do the final preparations for the meal (especially if you need a little extra focus in the kitchen).
2. Don't underestimate their abilities to help. Start small and ask younger helpers if there is one part of the meal they would like to help with and then grow their abilities in the kitchen from there. My kids both love making honey whole wheat bread in the bread machine. They can easily follow the recipe and love watching the bread rise and bake through the machine's window. A loaf of bread and a jar of homemade jam make a wonderful addition to a meal. Colorful fruit skewers are kid-friendly and fun to create and perfect for those who request no sweets. Think simple and creative and age-appropriate!
3. Select a favorite family recipe to make and share with others. Kids get excited and feel important when you ask them what their family favorites are (it often brings up great memories and conversations). Chances are if the family has children you are taking the meal to, they will love your children's favorites too. A win-win for everyone involved. As an extra bonus, if you double the recipe then you will have a happy household as well and dinner is served.
From: Lindsey @ takethemameal.com/blog/breakfast-pizza-plus-tips-to-involve-kids-in-the-kitchen.php
Taking someone a meal in need is the perfect opportunity to involve your entire family in serving others. I truly believe the heart of your home is your ministry to others, especially as you invite others to gather around your table for a meal or when you prepare a meal to deliver to another family.
Our farmhouse table has 8 leaves and it extends out to a little over 12 feet. It might be a tad tight in our dining room when fully extended but everyone is gathered around. The table was the first major purchase we made as a married couple. Hospitality and growing our own food have always been important in our home, as well as involving our kids in caring for others through meals and beyond.
3 ways to involve kids in taking someone a meal
1. Have them create a handmade card or piece of artwork for the refrigerator. If they are old enough to write, have them include a sweet encouraging hand-written note too. Often, kids love being creative and this activity could happily occupy them while you do the final preparations for the meal (especially if you need a little extra focus in the kitchen).
2. Don't underestimate their abilities to help. Start small and ask younger helpers if there is one part of the meal they would like to help with and then grow their abilities in the kitchen from there. My kids both love making honey whole wheat bread in the bread machine. They can easily follow the recipe and love watching the bread rise and bake through the machine's window. A loaf of bread and a jar of homemade jam make a wonderful addition to a meal. Colorful fruit skewers are kid-friendly and fun to create and perfect for those who request no sweets. Think simple and creative and age-appropriate!
3. Select a favorite family recipe to make and share with others. Kids get excited and feel important when you ask them what their family favorites are (it often brings up great memories and conversations). Chances are if the family has children you are taking the meal to, they will love your children's favorites too. A win-win for everyone involved. As an extra bonus, if you double the recipe then you will have a happy household as well and dinner is served.
