[kids' voices] Kid Eats
[girl] Kitchen Knife Skills for Kids
Using knives is an important part of cooking.
[boy] Kids could do it but we'll need a
little help while we're learning.
First, get ready!
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[girl] Make sure you get your grownup.
Use your knife that feels right for you.
[boy] Every knife has a sharp side and a dull side.
Make sure you cut with the sharp side down.
[girl] You'll get better with practice as you cut different foods.
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[boy] Your grownup can make the big cuts
[girl] while you make the smaller cuts.
[boy] When you have something that rolls around, have your grownup cut it in half.
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[girl] Then, put it flat on the cutting board.
[boy] No flat fingers!
[girl] Curve those fingertips!
Practice looking for the thumb before every cut.
[boy] With larger knives, practice putting the
tip down first. Then press down.
[girl] Try the peekaboo hold. Hold the food in one hand and cut in between.
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[boy] For lots of small cuts, use one hand to hold the tip down.
[girl] Keep those fingers up!
Take your time and be safe.
[boy] It always takes time to learn and practice something.
[girl] Even professionals have to be careful every time.
[kids] Now let's get cooking!
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