It’s a marvelous idea for children to (51) _____ some cooking at an early age. General speaking, most children can’t wait to help in the kitchen and love getting involved in the (52) _____ for their meals. They should be encouraged to do so, and care should be (53) _____ to ensure they enjoy the experience. It is important to show them how to do things correctly but they shouldn’t be criticized (54) _____ much. Although the finished result may not be quite perfect to your liking, the young cook will undoubtedly find (55) _____ the tastiest food he or she has (56) _____ eaten.

Kitchens can, of course, be (57) _____ places and so the absolute importance of (58) _____ an eye on children at all times cannot be emphasized too heavily. Sharp knives, for (59) _____, should be avoided until children are old (60) _____ to handle them safely.