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Actually Read the Recipe

This sounds annoying to me, too. But...hear me out. You will save yourself time, maybe a mess, and extra dishes to wash if you read the entire recipe before you do a single thing.

Sometimes there are ingredients buried in the instructions (like water). Or the instructions ...

Ask Their Opinions

Let them weigh in on the details. Offer choices. “What type of pizza would you like to make -- pepperoni or hamburger?” “Would you like to bake one cake or cupcakes?” They feel valued when you turn to them for their input. And when they give their opinions, validate them. Tell th...

1. Set the mood by letting your kids choose a playlist.

Make it a party! Turn up the tunes, and let your kids choose the music. This is especially motivating if you usually don’t listen to the music they like. If your kids are younger, put together a special playlist. A theme is always a hit wit...