Kids Cook

We help families raise healthy, independent future adults and change kids’ relationship to food.

We want to be educated about what we put in our bodies because it affects how we feel. -Mrs. Kimball

13: Reading Nutrition Labels Part 2: Don’t Be Tricked!

Don’t be TRICKED by food packaging trying to tell you something is healthy using sneaky language! This video is meant for kids ages 8-18 and adults who love them. I explain the truth about low-fat foods, is “whole grain” healthy, the 2 ingredients banned in our household (and how to find them), and a quick...

12: Reading Nutrition Labels for Kids Part 1

Wish your kids understood what was in the food they eat? Here’s a tutorial on reading nutrition labels from the voice of healthy kids cooking, elementary teacher, and mom of 4. Grab your kids to watch this video which was made just for them! They’ll learn: How to read an ingredients list including those pesky...

08: Teach Kids to Cook: Mudballs, Easy Healthy Allergy-Friendly Snack

What kid wouldn’t want to eat mud for fun? 🙂 Want a little peek into my real kitchen? In our course we borrow someone else’s beautiful kitchen, have a professional film crew, and a week of planning. Sometimes it’s fun to just turn our camera on and record what we do on a normal day....

easy homemade ice cream recipe without an ice cream maker

Homemade Ice Cream Without an Ice Cream Maker

Ever wished you could make homemade ice cream without having to buy yet another appliance? The kids are the stars of the show in this video. Watch as they show you a really fun, interactive way to enjoy ice cream at home. It’s so low tech, you can do this camping or in your backyard,...

We believe in kids being independent. -Katie Kimball

06: Kid-Friendly, Efficient Kitchen Tour

Want a peek into my real kitchen? I’m often asked what my kitchen set-up is like, and today I’m inviting you all into my somewhat orange-ish, ugly kitchen to share some gems of organization and efficiency. My hope for you families and parents is that you get just one little tip today, or two or...

You respect the knife because you are aware of what it can do but you don't fear the knife because you are in control. -Chef Clark Frain

05: How Chef Clark Frain Got Started + Margherita Pizza Demo for Kids!

How does a professional chef get started in the kitchen? I interviewed Chef Clark Frain, executive chef at Terra GR restaurant, and his answer actually shocked me. In spite of his beginnings and his favorite food as a kid that made me cringe a little, I loved chatting with a real chef and watching his...

Our healthy food might not look like everyone else's but we still like it! - Leah 5th grade

04: How to Pack a Healthy School Lunch

Do I love packing lunches? Does it invigorate my spirit? Heck no. Still boring. Still annoying. Still would rather be reading a good book! BUT we do find ways to make variety happen because we’re committed to eating healthy, nourishing food at every meal. Check out how we keep it simple AND involve the kids...

It's more fun to eat vegetables if they're in interesting shapes!

03: Kids Spiralizing LIVE Demo

The kids and I wanted to show you teamwork in action in the kitchen today – we’re spiralizing some zoodles (zucchini noodles) with 3 different spiralizers. Watch how we set up the space and have all hands on deck, and wait until you see the mini spiralizer that’s so easy you won’t believe it! See...