Let's Play!

Spend some quality time with your children by teaching them to cook outdoors. Your kids will learn a new life skill and enjoy all of the praise for cooking dinner!

Hamburgers and hot dogs are easy-to-grill foods that you can teach your children to cook. This can be a fun, supervised activity for children ages 8 and up.

Remember Safety:

• Wash your hands before and after handling any uncooked foods with antibacterial soap.
• Wash your cutting board with hot water and soap after each use. Cutting boards can house millions of bacteria that do not rinse away.
• Never thaw meat products at room temperature.
• Keep raw meats separate from all other foods.
• Cook all beef and poultry until the juice flows clear.

Talk While You Cook!
Kids, dads and grandfathers strengthen their relationship when they talk together. Use these conversation starters:

• What is your favorite part about summer and why?
• Is there anything special you want to do this summer?
• Did you barbecue when you were younger?
• Has the family always gathered for barbecues in the summer?
• Who taught you how to barbecue?

Links
Test Your Kitchen Safety Knowledge!
Safety Tips and Great Recipes