Family Recipes

Measuring is very important when you cook and bake. Fill the sink up with water and answer these questions using measuring cups and spoons. If you have old measuring cups or can find some at a garage sale, try doing this activity in the sandbox or bathtub. You can make up your own questions too.

Recipes are often passed down through families. Talk with your family about what your favourite foods were when you were small. Then, write a letter together to grandma, grandpa or another family member asking for the recipe.

 

Part 2 (for older kids and adults)

You should be able to answer these questions without measuring, by using your answers from the questions above. Younger children can measure them out.

How many tablespoons are in 1 cup?

How many teaspoons are in 1 cup?

How many ¼ cups in 2 ½ cups?

How many tablespoons are in 1 ½ cups?