September 8: Share and Read Recipes with Kids on International Literacy Day!

The United Nations have been celebrating International Literacy Day for more than 40 years now, with new and innovative ideas for getting children involved and interested in reading always emerging. Perhaps surprisingly, time spent in the kitchen can promote a child's literacy, as youngsters get the chance to read and follow a recipe with mum or dad.

When it comes to fun recipes for kids, cupcakes and cookies are always popular, while fruit salads and sundaes make healthier homemade treats. If it's easy recipes for kids that you're after, getting them to add toppings to their own pizza base is a fuss-free option that results in minimal mess!

Did you know that it's not only literacy that's improved by cooking? Getting to grips with kitchen weights and measurements can enhance your child's numeracy skills. Creativity can also be harnessed if you try out cooking photography and then make a picture recipe or collage. If you're looking for easy online food recipes that you can make with your kids (or your neighbor's kids) today, check out these fantastic kid-friendly recipes from our Dishfolio food bloggers!