There are lots of things we look forward to enjoying with the girls as they grow up, but I am particularly excited to cook with them. When I was teaching, I became convinced of the absolute necessity of doing hands-on projects that require measuring, problem-solving, following directions, and physical coordination. As a math teacher, I could always tell which students cooked at home, built with various materials, and created. I think it's vital for academic and real-world success. And cooking is also one aspect of "homemaking" that I really genuinely enjoy. I can't wait to cook and create with the girls!
So when I saw this wooden safety stool for allowing kids to help with projects up on the counter, I showed Russell and mentioned how great that would be. Catherine has a fear of heights and hasn't felt safe sitting on a barstool backwards or sitting on the counter. I have let her help me stir several times by lowering the bowl onto a chair so she could reach. But then Flash's face is in it. So this stool seemed perfect. Except for the lovely $200 pricetag.
So Daddy set to work! Last week, Daddy unveiled a surprise for his girls after nap time. This thing folds flat AND has an adjustable height platform so we'll be able to use it for a long time!
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| Wow, Dad you made this for me?? |
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| Caro likes it too! (Pardon the lack of pants . . . it was a last minute trip outside) |
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| Trying it out after Daddy set it up |
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| Thanks, Dad! |
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| This morning we used it for the first time in the kitchen and to Catherine's delight, Daddy had painted it pink! |
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| Stirring the cookies |
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| It didn't take her long to figure out what the best part of making cookies is. There are benefits to being a good helper! |
