Planning a Show for 9+ Kids: Need Ideas!

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Discussion Overview

The thread discusses ideas for planning a cooking show aimed at children aged 9 and older, with a focus on involving both kids and their parents in the activities. Participants share personal experiences and suggestions for interactive recipes and formats that could engage the attendees.

Discussion Character

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  • Opinion-based
  • Exploratory

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions looking for ideas to involve both kids and parents in a show, considering doing two recipes—one for kids and one for parents.
  • Another participant shares an idea for an Amazing Race format where moms and daughters could work on different recipes together.
  • One participant expresses enthusiasm for the Amazing Race concept, emphasizing the importance of safety while cooking.
  • Another participant suggests having stations for mothers and daughters to try out different kitchen tools.
  • One participant notes that their children enjoy recipes from specific cookbooks, indicating a variety of fun recipes available.
  • Another participant shares a personal experience of cooking with their children, highlighting how they worked together to prepare a quick meal.
  • One participant suggests incorporating both moms and daughters in an interactive recipe, noting that older kids can influence their parents' purchases positively.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ on the best approach to engage both kids and parents, with no clear consensus on a single method or recipe format.

Contextual Notes

Participants share personal experiences and ideas based on their interactions with children and families during cooking shows, reflecting a variety of approaches to engaging this age group.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants looking for creative ideas to engage children and parents during cooking shows may find the shared experiences and suggestions helpful.

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Ok, I've looked through the archives and files on here and I've found some things I can use, but I'm needing more!!! I'm doing a show with my daughter in March and she's basically doing the inviting. The kids are all 9+ years old, so that part is GREAT! But I'm trying to figure out what in the world to do! How do I involve the kids and parents? Should I do 2 recipes and do the whole interactive thing with 1 recipe for the kids and 1 for the parents? Any suggestions would be soooo appreciated!!
 
I had a mom that was interested in doing a spa show with her daughters and inviting the daugther's friends and moms. It never panned through but it was a great idea. I never did come up with any good ideas for the show though.

There is also an Amazing Race show where you could have the moms put together one recipe (maybe a harder one :) ) and the daugthers put together another recipe.
 
I think the Amazing Race is great--getting both involved but making sure they aren't rushing so they are careful. Do you know what I mean? Make sure they are safe.

Another idea would be to have stations to each mother and daughter could try out the different pieces (UM, Microplane, Crinkle Cutter, etc)



Wish I had more ideas, but I dont.
 
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Cool - I'll have to do a little more thinking and maybe some more digging. I've got the amazing race info somewhere around here. Thanks folks!
 
there are tons of fun reciepes in the 'Let Eat' and 'Kids in the Kitchen' books. My kids (9 and 12 boys) love to make things out of these....
 
Well, I just had my 13 year old son, 9 year old daughter and 8 year old son help me get dinner together quick - all three were hungry and we had soccer and lacrosse games/practice to get to -

8 year old did rice in the rice cooker - 13 year old got stuff prepped for a quick fajita meal in the skillet -apple wedger for onion, sliced up peppers - ziploc bag of SW season mix with some Perdue short cuts chicken - olive oil in the skillet - 9 year old did the tortilla on the large bar pan - made salsa in the batter bowl with the salad choppers (no one eats the guac so we skipped it - other wise - mix and mashers with our mix and avocados) Dinner was done and on the table in 20 minutes - (oh my 15 year old DD helped out setting the table- 18 year old DD is away in college - ya have to love teens!!)
 
I would just do a recipe and incorporate the moms and girls in the interactive part. I just helped my new recruit with her Grand Opening today, and she had some moms there with their pre-teen daughters. The girls were SO willing to help, and the moms were there to help them. The girls were very influential in the mom's purchases, too. It's definitely a win-win! I love when kids are at my shows who are a little older and they want to be involved - that's what PC is all about, right? FAMILY!!
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What are some fun themes for a kids' cooking show?

Consider themes like "Pizza Party," "Cupcake Decorating," or "Taco Night." Each theme can focus on a specific type of food, making it easier to plan activities and recipes that kids will enjoy.

How can I keep kids engaged during the show?

Incorporate interactive activities such as hands-on cooking, games related to the theme, and taste tests. Keeping the pace lively and allowing kids to participate will help maintain their interest.

What age group is best for a kids' cooking show?

Kids aged 5-12 are generally the best fit for cooking shows. Younger kids may need more supervision, while older kids can take on more complex tasks. Tailor activities to the age range of your participants for the best experience.

What types of recipes are suitable for kids to make?

Choose simple, no-bake recipes or those that require minimal cooking, such as fruit skewers, mini pizzas, or no-bake cookies. These recipes are easy to follow and allow kids to be creative without too much risk.

How can I incorporate Pampered Chef products into the show?

Use Pampered Chef tools that are kid-friendly, such as kid-safe knives, measuring cups, and mixing bowls. Demonstrate how to use these tools properly and let the kids try them out during the cooking activities.

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