Get Closer to Your Kids ... in the Kitchen

May/June 2008 Issue | Posted by Robyn Lee in Insider

1. Basic Recipe

Teach the ABCs while you cut out cookies. Cookie cutters come with a lunchbox storage case. $29.95, from KingArthurFlour.com

2. Gizmo Upgrade

Rocket-flipped pancakes coming up! Nylon head is heat resistant to 400 degrees F. $5.99, from Williams-Sonoma.com

3. Showy Server

Colorful tongs are designed for safety with silicone tips and a twist lock. $12.95, fromWilliams-Sonoma.com

4. Embellishing Tool

Now your little one can make the finishing touches on the chocolate cake with this mini-crank sifter. $6, from Kids-Table.com

5. Stand the Heat

This mini oven mitt is just right for your culinary genius. 9-inches long by 6-inches wide. Available in three colors. $3.95 each, from GrowingCooks.com

6. Happy Feet

Laugh together with these silly cupcake holders. Place holders on baking sheet, and bake. Set of four. $9.95, from KingArthurFlour.com

7. Mr. Clean Jr.

Clean-up is easier with this small broom. Broom has a 6- inch wide head and a 28-inch lacquered wood handle. $5.95, from ForSmallHands.com

8. Time’s Up

You will never have burnt food again when kids help keep watch with this pig kitchen timer. $6.95, from SassafrasEnterprises.com

9. Mini Me

Find everything you need for your little helpers in this chef kit. Kit includes: whisk, rolling pin, spatula, spoon, scraper, measuring cups, and measuring spoons. $22.95, from SassafrasEnterprises.com

10. Well Prepped

Activate dreamers with this real cooking set. Set includes a mini-muffin pan, 4-inch bundt pan, 5-inch loaf pan, and 4-inch springform pan. $17.95, from LoveToLearn.net

*Always supervise children while working in the kitchen.

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