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Cooking Skills: Special Education

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Using the microwave, boiling water for pasta, and using a knife to make a sandwich are all independent living skills. Prepare your special needs students for life by having them prepare three easy-to-cook items. Each skill is laid out as numbered steps, which is great for the learner and for you. Tip: For readers, print and enlarge the steps for each cooking activity and post at eye level in the cooking area.

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cooking, home economics, kitchen safety, the kitchen, independent living

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Grade
9th - 12th
Subjects
Career & Technical Education
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Lesson Plans
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