Materials
various kitchen utensils and cookware
colored construction paper
tape
scissors (adult only)
Instructions
Cut a colored paper shape to fit inside or on each kitchen item. Tape each
paper shape to the item so children can clearly see the shape of each object.
What to Do
1. Display the assorted kitchen materials at the kitchen dramatic play center.
2. Invite the children to use the materials as if they were cooking, baking, serving,
and eating food.
3. Help the children name each shape as they work with the tool or kitchenware.
4. Encourage the children to talk among themselves as they play.
Poem
Shapes in the Kitchen by Mary J. Murray
Shapes are in the kitchen
I see them here and there.
Shapes are in the kitchen
I see them everywhere.
I see a bowl that's round.
I see a pan that's square.
I also see a rectangle.
Shapes are everywhere.
Assessment
To assess the children's learning, consider the following:
l Can each child identify and explain how to use various kitchen utensils?
l Given a kitchen utensil, can each child explain how to use the object?
l Invite a small group of children to sort the collection of kitchen items by
shape or size. Listen and assess the children's understanding of shapes and
size.
