4 Reasons We Cook Everyday

Being a homeschooling mom is busy enough, I don't need to add unnecessary task to my "to do list," but I am passionate that we cook daily.

1.  Cooking is Real World
John Holt is right, my kids don't need any more artificial, prepackaged curriculum.  Cooking is something that must be done everyday by someone so you can eat.  Cooking involves science, math, reading, and critical thinking.  You don't have to create a reason to do it because wait long enough and everyone will naturally get hungry.

2.  Time Together.
Cooking is a side-by-side activity that allows conversation, thoughts, ideas, and insight to flow naturally.  Enjoying the fruits of your labor allows more time together to share stories, poems, and discussion.  

3.  Skill
Learning to cook gives each person a skill to be used today as well as later in life. Understanding food preparation, cooking techniques, and nutrition serves themselves and others.

4.  Passing on Tradition
Since we are from the South where everything centers on food and drinks, passing on recipes is crucial for traditions.  There is nothing like homemade bar-be-que sandwiches, potato salad, and pecan pie. 

So take some time, get together in the kitchen and cook!