Parent & Child Cooking Classes
Bilingual Parent & Child Cooking Classes in Minneapolis
Cook, Learn, and Bond as a Family
At Hooyo Child Care Center, our Parent & Child Cooking Classes provide a fun and interactive way for families to bond while learning valuable skills. Designed for parents and children of all ages, these bilingual sessions promote healthy eating habits, early nutrition awareness, and cultural appreciation through food.
Together, families explore the joy of cooking in a warm, supportive, and bilingual environment that reflects the diversity of our Minneapolis community.
Infant Care (6 weeks – 18 months)
Gentle, safe environments focused on early bonding, sensory exploration, and communication development.
Toddler Program (18 months – 3 years)
Encouraging curiosity, motor skills, independence, and bilingual language acquisition.
Preschool Program (3 – 5 years)
Preparing young learners for kindergarten with structured play, early literacy, math concepts, and social development.
What to Expect from Our Cooking Classes
Each cooking class is led by staff or local culinary educators with experience in child-friendly nutrition and education. During each session, you and your child will:
- Prepare simple, nutritious meals and snacks
- Practice kitchen safety and hygiene
- Learn basic cooking skills (measuring, mixing, chopping, etc.)
- Discover new ingredients and flavors
- Talk about healthy food choices in both English and Spanish
All activities are age-appropriate and designed to encourage teamwork, confidence, and communication.
Building Early Nutrition Awareness
Our classes focus on helping children understand where food comes from, why healthy eating matters, and how they can participate in making meals at home. Through hands-on experiences, kids develop:
- A positive attitude toward healthy foods
- Fine motor skills from cooking tasks
- Bilingual food vocabulary
- Math skills through measuring and portioning
It’s learning through doing—with delicious results.
Infant Care (6 weeks – 18 months)
Gentle, safe environments focused on early bonding, sensory exploration, and communication development.
Toddler Program (18 months – 3 years)
Encouraging curiosity, motor skills, independence, and bilingual language acquisition.
Preschool Program (3 – 5 years)
Preparing young learners for kindergarten with structured play, early literacy, math concepts, and social development.
Culturally Inclusive Recipes and Celebrations
We embrace the diverse backgrounds of our families and use cooking as a way to celebrate culture and heritage.
Each class may highlight:
- Dishes from Latin American, East African, and other cultures
- Holiday or seasonal meals
- Foods that reflect the cultural makeup of our enrolled families
We encourage families to contribute ideas or favorite recipes that reflect their own traditions.
Benefits for Both Parents and Children
- Strengthens parent-child bonds
- Encourages shared learning
- Creates lasting memories
- Reinforces lessons taught in our early childhood curriculum
- Supports bilingual learning in a fun, low-pressure setting
These classes also help parents gain ideas for easy meals at home that include their child in preparation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age groups can participate in cooking classes?
Classes are open to families with children ages 2 and up. Activities are tailored to be safe and engaging for young learners.
Are classes bilingual?
Yes, all sessions include instructions and conversations in both English and Spanish.
How often are classes held?
Cooking classes are offered monthly, with updates shared through our Events page and parent newsletters.
Do I need to bring ingredients?
No. All cooking materials and ingredients are provided.
Ready to enroll your child at Hooyo Child Care Center?
Fill out our Enrollment Form today or call us directly at (612) 545-5779.
Walk-ins and tours are welcome during business hours: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.