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Christmas / Christmas Lunch Together

Christmas Lunch Together

Children help prepare and share a festive meal, setting the table and enjoying it as a group.

How to run it

  1. Plan a simple menu with the children.
  2. Assign jobs: preparing food, setting the table and decorating.
  3. Prepare the meal together with educators handling the oven and hot items.
  4. Sit down to share the meal together.

You will need

  • festive lunch ingredients
  • plates and cutlery
  • tablecloths
  • decorations
Make it easier or harderYounger children set tables and decorate; older children follow recipes.
SafetyCheck allergies and dietary needs, follow food safety and keep children away from hot ovens.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 2, Outcome 3Preparing and sharing a meal builds community and healthy eating habits.

Fits these theme days

ChristmasCooking DayChristmas in JulyJunior Chef Challenge

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