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Banana and berry smoothies
A simple measuring and mixing activity with a short ingredient list and an adult-operated blender.
The Queux kitchen library
Cooking & sensory play
Small-group activities with ingredients, clear steps and the checks to make before children join in.
8 activities to explore
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Banana frozen yoghurt
Explore freezing with a soft, scoopable mixture. This egg-free starter avoids making a raw-egg custard.
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Carrot and oat mini muffins
A small baking project where children measure and mix, and an adult handles eggs, grating and heat.
Sensory play · not for eating
Cooked playdough
Make a small batch of dough for rolling and shaping. It is play material, even though the ingredients come from the pantry.
Sensory play · not for eating
Cornflour sensory mix
A two-ingredient alternative to glue-based slime: press it gently, then watch it flow.
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Little bread makers
Measure, mix and shape a small batch of bread rolls. Watch what yeast does while the dough rests.
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Soft fruit colour bowls
Sort, mash and combine familiar soft fruit while talking about colour, smell and choice.
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Vegetable garden flatbreads
Create an edible garden using soft, prepared vegetables and a simple flatbread base.