Our kids helped in the kitchen as they grew up. Not their favorite chore sometimes but they got the hang of it. Two of our granddaughters stayed with us one winter and we had a very ill neighbor so our Saturday routine was to make something for the neighbors to eat since she wasn't much of a cook and spent so many hours taking care of him. We made home made breads, nourishing soups, desserts, etc. and the girls took it to their house. Boy were they welcomed royally. Now all of them are not only good cooks but they love to share with people as well. We also have three grandsons who cook and bake. One is experimenting with sourdough breads right now. Lovely memories!