Updated on December 18, 2024
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Kitchen

A1 Elementary Exercise for Kids that focuses on Kitchen vocabulary.

Kitchen - A1 Exercise

This exercise focuses on Kitchen vocabulary

 

1. Kitchen Appliances

These are the big machines in the kitchen that help us cook and prepare food.

Appliance

What It Does

Stove

A flat surface with burners to cook food.

Oven

A big box where we bake cookies or pizza.

Microwave

A small box that heats food quickly.

Fridge

Keeps food cold, like milk and fruits.

Freezer

Keeps food super cold, like ice cream.

Toaster

Makes bread warm and crispy.

Blender

Mixes fruits to make smoothies.

Kettle

Boils water for tea or hot chocolate.

Illustration of Kitchen

2. Cookware

These are the pots and pans we use to cook food on the stove or in the oven.

Cookware

What It Does

Pot

A deep pan used to boil water or cook soup.

Pan

A flat pan for cooking things like eggs.

Baking Sheet

A flat tray for baking cookies in the oven.

Casserole Dish

A deep dish for baking pasta or casseroles.

3. Utensils

These are the smaller tools we use for cooking and eating.

Utensil

What It Does

Spoon

Used to stir or eat food.

Fork

Has prongs for picking up food.

Knife

Cuts food into pieces (kids should ask for help with this!).

Spatula

A flat tool to flip pancakes or stir food.

Whisk

Mixes ingredients together, like eggs.

Tongs

Grabs hot food without touching it.

Peeler

Removes the skin from fruits and vegetables.


4. Food Preparation Items

These items help us get food ready to cook.

Item

What It Does

Cutting Board

A safe place to cut food.

Mixing Bowl

A big bowl for mixing ingredients.

Measuring Cups

Cups that measure the right amount of food.

Colander

Drains water from pasta or rinses veggies.

Rolling Pin

Rolls out dough to make it flat, like for cookies.

Sieve

Sifts flour or strains liquids.

5. Storage and Cleaning Items

These items help us keep the kitchen clean and our food organized.

Item

What It Does

Cabinets

Shelves to store dishes and food.

Dish Rack

A rack to dry dishes after washing.

Sponge

Soft tool to wash dishes.

Trash Can

A bin for throwing away waste.

Dish Soap

Soap for washing dishes.

Towel

Used for drying hands or dishes.

6. Common Ingredients

These are foods we often keep in the kitchen to cook with.

Ingredient

What It Is

Salt

A white powder that makes food taste better.

Sugar

A sweet powder often used in baking.

Flour

A white powder used to make dough or bread.

Oil

A liquid used to cook food, like for frying.

Rice

Small white grains used in many meals.

Pasta

Noodles that come in different shapes.

Butter

A soft yellow spread used in cooking.

Example Sentences Using Kitchen Vocabulary for Kids

  1. "Please put the bread in the toaster to make toast."

  2. "We use the spatula to flip pancakes."

  3. "Let’s mix the ingredients in a mixing bowl to make cookies."

  4. "The pot is boiling water for the pasta."

  5. "Put the plates on the dish rack to dry."

Kitchen Vocabulary Quick Guide

Category

Examples

Appliances

Stove, Oven, Fridge, Blender

Cookware

Pot, Pan, Baking Sheet

Utensils

Spoon, Fork, Knife, Spatula

Food Prep Items

Cutting Board, Mixing Bowl, Colander

Storage/Cleaning

Cabinets, Dish Rack, Sponge

Ingredients

Salt, Sugar, Flour, Rice

FAQ

What is a stove used for?

A stove has burners on top where we cook food in pots and pans, like soup or scrambled eggs.

Why do we need a cutting board?

A cutting board is a safe place to chop food so we don’t scratch the counter.

What does a blender do?

A blender mixes fruits or vegetables to make smoothies or purees.

How is a pot different from a pan?

A pot is deep and used for boiling or making soup, while a pan is flat and used for frying or cooking things like eggs.

What are measuring cups for?

Measuring cups help us get the right amount of ingredients for a recipe, like flour or sugar.

 
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