FOLLOWING DIRECTIONS Not unlike computer science, baking requires a strict order of operations. The wet and dry ingredients often need to be mixed separately and then folded together. It only takes one deviation from the instructions for a pastry to go from delicious to disgusting. Spending time in the kitchen, then, is a great way for kids to learn the importance of reading directions carefully and comprehending what they’ve just read. CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING Cuisine is a fundamental part of every culture. Introducing your child to dishes from around the world will expand their horizons. Want your child to be a less picky eater? Involving them in the cooking process is the surest way to get them excited about trying new flavors and ingredients. NUTRITION Now, you might not think that baking cookies will encourage greater nutritional awareness, but hear us out. Sugar is often buried within packaged foods. When you bake something at home, a child gets to see, firsthand, just how much sugar goes into certain sweets. Meanwhile, cooking savory dishes also allows them to learn what constitutes a balanced, healthy diet.
EDUCATION IN THE KITCHEN
WHAT YOUR CHILD CAN LEARN FROM BAKING
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, you’re probably wracking your brain for the perfect recipe to bake for your loved one. There’s nothing wrong with store-bought chocolate, but there’s no topping the personal touch of some homemade baked goods. If you have kids, baking alongside them can be just as rewarding as enjoying the fruits of your labor. As an added bonus, baking is a hands-on opportunity where your child can learn all sorts of important concepts. Here is a short list of some of the educational lessons hiding in your kitchen. MATH Baking is a numbers game. Just take a look at any recipe, and you’ll recognize the importance of math in building a beautiful cake. Having children measure out ingredients helps them learn about fractions and ratios. You can also test your kids by doubling or halving a recipe for multiplication and division practice. With older kids, practice unit conversions by asking, for example, how many pints are in half a gallon.
WHEN THE DOG BITES JUST REMEMBER A FEW THINGS
Sometimes, even a dog that seems friendly can feel threatened or scared and lash out. When you’ve been bit by someone else’s dog, it can be a traumatic experience. In the immediate aftermath, the best thing you can do is keep calm, look after your health, and defend your rights. To do this, it is important to take the following steps after a dog attack in California. GET THE DOG’S INFORMATION It’s critical to find the dog’s owner. They can tell you the most important information about the animal that bit you. Be sure to ask the dog’s breed, weight, and the date of their last vaccination. We can’t emphasize this last point enough. Knowing the inoculation history of the dog can be the difference between healing from a bite or having to receive a painful rabies shot. If you cannot find the owner right away, it is best to assume the worst, and get vaccinated. GET THE OWNER’S INFORMATION In the state of California, owners are liable for the injuries caused by their dog. This means they will
most likely be held responsible for paying any medical bills that arise from the bite. If the injury occurred on the owner’s property, their homeowners insurance may cover the costs. Obtaining the owner’s name, insurance company, address, and phone number is a very important step toward reimbursement. GET TREATMENT Large dogs can cause grave injuries, such as crushed limbs and fractured bones. Even dog bites that seems like “no big deal” can become serious. Puncture wounds and lacerations can develop infections if left untreated. Other trauma can be less tangible, but just as serious. It is not uncommon for dog attack victims to suffer from PTSD. GET A LAWYER An experienced San Diego Dog Bite Attorney can help you in the aftermath of a dog attack. They’ll explain your rights, and advise the best route for getting compensation for your pain and suffering. If you or a loved one has been injured by someone’s pet, please give us a call and schedule a free consultation.
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