What ages is this class for?

This session is designed for Grade PK3 and PK4 students; the one-hour format and age-appropriate tools match preschool development.

When does the program run?

Fridays from Sept 11 through Dec 11, 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm. Classes do not meet on Sept 25, Oct 30, Nov 20, or Nov 27.

Can you accommodate food allergies?

The program can accommodate nut allergies only. It cannot accommodate egg, gluten, or other food allergies, and cannot enroll students who require an EpiPen for severe allergies other than nuts.

What should my child bring?

Aprons are encouraged, closed-toe shoes are required, and long hair should be pulled back. Bring nothing else unless instructed by staff.

How do I register or ask questions?

Reserve spots through the provided booking link and direct program questions to Christina@cooklearngrow.com.

What kind of recipes do children make?

Recipes are story-inspired and seasonal, focusing on low-heat or no-bake preparations with colorful fruits and vegetables appropriate for preschoolers.

Tiny Chefs, Big Flavors: CookLearnGrow at Westlake Lutheran Academy (Fall 2026)

Westlake Lutheran Academy — location not provided in the listing — hosts CookLearnGrow’s Fall 2026 after-school program for Grade PK3 and PK4 students. Meetings run Fridays, Sept 11 through Dec 11, from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, a focused one-hour session built around hands-on cooking, seasonal recipes, and storytelling. Children rotate through child-sized workstations where story characters like Pootie and the Foodies introduce simple, colorful recipes. The atmosphere is playful but purposeful: kids practice measuring, stirring, spreading, and basic food safety with soft utensils under close supervision.

The core features of the experience are clear and child-centered. Story-driven recipes transform unfamiliar ingredients into approachable characters, teaching tasting without pressure. Seasonal emphasis means autumn produce and warm spices shape menus and spark conversation about harvest rhythms. Colorful fruits and vegetables, tactile dough work, and no-bake or low-heat preparations keep activities age-appropriate while maximizing sensory learning. The class length respects preschool attention spans and keeps energy high, and the mix of story and food literacy builds motor skills, vocabulary, and social routines around sharing and following directions.

Safety and allergy policy are explicit: CookLearnGrow can accommodate nut allergies only; the program cannot accommodate egg, gluten, or other food allergies, and students who require an EpiPen for severe allergies other than nuts cannot be enrolled. Parents should also note scheduled non-class dates: Sept 25, Oct 30, Nov 20, and Nov 27. Recommended items include aprons (encouraged), closed-toe shoes, and hair tied back. Questions can be sent to [email protected], and reservations are available through the program’s booking link.

Why this matters for families: the class reframes snacks and mealtimes as learning moments and lowers barriers for picky eaters through repeated, narrative-based exposure. For caregivers juggling school schedules, the hour offers a productive transition from classroom to home while reinforcing healthy eating patterns. The program’s focus on seasonal, low-waste recipes introduces early stewardship ideas—kids see where food comes from, touch real ingredients, and learn simple cleanup routines that model environmental responsibility.

This CookLearnGrow session at Westlake Lutheran Academy is both a social lab and a tiny kitchen classroom: a place where curiosity is encouraged, failures are small and recoverable, and trying something new is part of the story. For families seeking a gentle, skill-focused introduction to cooking that aligns with preschool development, this program delivers a practical, memorable hour each Friday. Parents can reinforce lessons at home with simple follow-ups: involve children in grocery selection, read the class stories aloud, and assign tiny rinse-and-help tasks after meals. These at-home practices extend classroom confidence into real-world routines and make table conversations about taste and texture part of family life. Program staff often share take-home recipes so families can repeat favorites together. Spots fill quickly—register early today.