In the kitchen, let's play a game,
With words that sound quite strange and tame.
We'll use our imaginations wild,
And cook up some fun for every child.

First, we'll boil some water hot,
And watch the bubbles rise a lot.
We'll add some salt to make it right,
And cook some pasta for tonight.

Next, we'll roast some veggies green,
In the oven, they'll turn golden sheen.
With some herbs and spices nice,
We'll create a dish that's oh so precise.

Now, let's try braising some meat,
With a sauce that's oh so sweet.
In a pot, we'll let it cook slow,
Until it's tender and ready to go.

For a quick and easy meal,
We'll fry up some chicken with zeal.
In a pan with oil, it'll sizzle and pop,
And end up on a plate to make us stop.

Last but not least, let's talk of a bowl,
The vessel that holds our food, whole.
We'll serve up some soup, hot and steaming,
In a bowl, it's perfect for dreaming.

So there you have it, kids, a poem about food,
And all the ways we can make it good.
Now, let's head to the kitchen and start,
Cooking up a storm, with love in our heart.

Reflections

1. What are some of the different cooking methods the poem mentions?
2. Can you think of any other ways to cook food that the poem didn't mention?
3. What is your favorite food to eat that is made using one of the cooking methods mentioned in the poem?
4. How does using different cooking methods affect the taste and texture of food?
5. Can you think of a fun and creative way to combine some of the cooking methods mentioned in the poem to make a new dish?