Cooking SpoonChild-Sized Wooden
The first photo is the maker's own. The other shots are illustrative.
Inv. no. NIE-408700
- Maker
- Nienhuis Montessori, since 1929
- Primary Material
- Natural wood
- Finish
- Smooth, untreated
- EAN
- 8719924047306
Final price incl. VAT. Delivery €5.90, €146.90 to go for free delivery.
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Cooking Spoon in a child's hands
A cooking spoon in untreated beech, 16 cm, sized for a child. Wood is the deliberate choice for a child's first cooking tool: it does not conduct heat, so a spoon left in a warm pan can still be picked up, and it will not scratch the bowl it is used in. Sixteen centimetres puts a hand at a safe distance while still being short enough to control. Untreated, so wipe it and stand it to dry. The slotted spoon and the spatula are separate items.
Practical Life Skills
Develops real cooking abilities through authentic kitchen participation, building confidence and independence.
Fine Motor Control
Stirring, scooping, and serving movements refine hand-eye coordination and strengthen grip.
Sensory Development
Natural wood texture provides tactile feedback while working with different food consistencies.
Concentration
Focused attention during food preparation activities builds sustained concentration abilities.
How to present it
Place the wooden spoon on a low shelf alongside a small mixing bowl. Begin with dry materials like rice or beans for initial practice before progressing to actual cooking activities.
- 1Demonstrate holding the spoon with thumb on top of the handle, fingers wrapped underneath
- 2Model circular stirring motions, moving from the center outward
- 3Transfer the stirring motion to actual cooking tasks like mixing batter or stirring soup
- 4Practice serving with the spoon, scooping and transferring food to plates
3 tips for parents
- Involve your child in daily meal preparation using their special wooden spoon
- Accept messiness as part of the learning process - prepare the environment accordingly
- Describe what you observe as they work: 'I see you stirring slowly and carefully'
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What's in the Box
- Wooden Cooking Spoon: 30cm length, child-sized
Size and material
| Packaging | 16 × 4 × 1 cm |
| Primary Material | Natural wood |
| Finish | Smooth, untreated |
| Recommended Age | 0-3 years |
Care
| Cleaning | Hand wash with mild soap, air dry completely |
| Maintenance | Oil periodically with food-safe oil |
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is appropriate for introducing this cooking spoon?
Children can begin using this spoon as early as 12-18 months for simple stirring activities, with full use developing through age 3 as fine motor skills and coordination improve.
Is this spoon safe for actual food preparation?
Yes, the smooth wooden construction is food-safe and perfect for real cooking activities like stirring, mixing, and serving under adult supervision.
What size is this spoon compared to adult utensils?
This child-sized spoon is approximately 2/3 the length of a standard adult wooden spoon, with a proportionally smaller bowl designed for small hands to grip and control effectively.
What practical life activities can children do with this spoon?
Children can stir ingredients, mix batters, transfer dry goods, serve themselves portions, practice scooping motions, and participate in real food preparation alongside adults.
How does this support Montessori practical life development?
Using real tools builds independence, develops fine motor control, strengthens hand muscles for writing preparation, and allows meaningful participation in daily life activities.
Product safety
Manufacturer: Nienhuis Montessori, Anders Celsiusstraat 15, 7442 PB Nijverdal, Netherlands
Cooking Spoon