Over the past five weeks in Design and Technology (DT), the children have taken part in an exciting food project all about making healthy dips. They explored ingredients, developed important kitchen skills, and worked together to create their own delicious dishes.
In Week 1, the children began by taste-testing a variety of dips. This helped them explore different flavours and think about which ingredients might be used in each one. They described tastes such as fresh, creamy, and tangy, building their confidence in discussing food.
In Week 2, the focus shifted to hygiene and safety. The children learnt how important it is to wash their hands, keep surfaces clean, and handle food carefully. These are essential skills that will support them whenever they cook.
Week 3 was all about practising chopping techniques. The children learnt three key skills: the bridge, the claw, and fork secure. These techniques help keep fingers safe while cutting and give better control when preparing ingredients.
In Week 4, the children worked together to decide which dip they would make. They discussed their favourite flavours and ingredients before making a final choice. Swan Class chose to make tzatziki, while Herons Class chose salsa.
Finally, in Week 5, the children put all their learning into practice and made their dips. They carefully prepared the ingredients using their chopping skills and followed the steps to create their final dishes. It was fantastic to see their confidence and teamwork in action!
👉 Check out our Instagram page for videos of the three cutting methods by scanning the QR code.
3 Things You Can Do at Home to Help Your Child
1. Practise chopping skills
Encourage your child to use the bridge, claw, and fork secure techniques when helping with simple food preparation.
2. Reinforce good hygiene
Remind your child to wash their hands, clean surfaces, and handle food safely when cooking at home.
3. Make dips together
Try making tzatziki or salsa at home and talk about the ingredients, flavours, and steps involved. Let your child take the lead where possible!