SCENE 1 : SCHOOL CANTEEN

SANJAY : Hai guys, what are you guys up to?

ASUWINI : Hai Sanjay, we are going to prepare sandwich.

VICKY : Woah, that sounds appetizing. But are you guys allowed to cook during a lesson?

Jessi Teacher : Of course, you are allowed to cook. It helps to develop pride and confidence in
their skills and abilities. The act of following a recipe can encourage self-
direction and independence, while also teaching all of you to follow directions and
use thinking skills to problem solve which contributes to social, emotional and
physical development.

NAVINASH : That’s interesting, teacher. I can’t believe that a simple meal preparation help us in
such a way. Teacher, how else does cooking benefits us ?

HEADMISTRESS : Cooking is not only a fun, engaging activity for student, but one that has been used
for years as an important teaching and development tool for all ages. Spending
time in the kitchen and cooking new recipes helps student to develop a positive
connection to all different types of foods including fruits and vegetables. Forming a
positive experience with fresh foods is so important because healthy foods are the
foundation for good nutrition. Student will also learn basic cooking skills that they
can use for the rest of their lives.

JESSI TEACHER : Besides that, student also learn by touching, tasting, feeling, smelling, and
listening. They love activities in the kitchen because they can use all benefits of
cooking with their senses. There are many ways to get your children nvolved in
cooking. They can help to prepare food and cook.

DIVYESWARA : Why is learning to cook is important?

MONISHA : Well, Divyeshwara cooking help us with skills like reading, following directions and
measuring where it stimulate our motor skills, eye hand coordination, and even
early concepts of math and science.

ALL STUDENTS : Finally, cooking with students is a great activity. It is an opportunity to plan for a
meal, look for recipes and share ideas on why and how to make meals healthier
food. So let’s make cooking a part of lesson.

Thank you !