Talking Turkey: Making Holiday Meals Learning Moments

Written By Emani Taylor

The holidays offer more than full plates—they offer full hearts and full conversations. Whether you're prepping food with your toddler or sitting down to a meal with family, these everyday moments are full of potential to boost your child's development.

Simple Ways to Build Skills During Meals:

  • Name everything: “This is mashed potatoes. Can you say potato?”

  • Ask questions: “What color is this? Is it warm or cold?”

  • Involve your child in safe kitchen tasks like stirring or pouring.

  • Describe actions: “We are mashing. Mashing is squishing the food!”

✨ These small moments teach vocabulary, motor skills, and emotional bonding.

📎 Bonus: Looking for resources to help make the holidays special this year? Visit mke4kids.com/parent-resources.

Want more learning ideas? Visit mke4kids.com for free resources and activities!
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Emani Taylor
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