The Little Method Kids Cooking Set is a Montessori-inspired collection of real, child-sized kitchen tools and visual recipe cards, designed on the Gold Coast, Australia. It helps children aged 3 and over take part in everyday food preparation with an adult — from measuring and mixing to mashing and preparing simple recipes.

The set includes:

•  a stainless-steel bowl with a non-slip silicone base
•  a wooden measuring cup
•  three colour-coded silicone measuring spoons
•  a wooden whisk
•  a wooden masher
• a non-slip silicone mat
• a beechwood chopping board
• two child-friendly wooden knives
• 13 illustrated recipe cards with a cotton storage pouch.

The Little Method Kids Cooking Set is designed for ages 3 and over. Children develop kitchen skills at different rates, so choose tasks that suit your child’s abilities and always supervise them during food preparation.

They are real kitchen tools, sized for children rather than pretend-play accessories. The set is intended for practical food preparation with an adult, not unsupervised play. Adult supervision is required.

The Little Method combines real, child-sized kitchen tools with simple, kid-friendly recipes designed for little hands. 

Our visual recipe cards use real step-by-step photographs, making them easy for children to follow, even before they can read. Each recipe uses everyday ingredients, with no refined sugar, and colour-coded measuring spoons that match the recipe instructions. 

No plastic tools or unnecessary extras — just thoughtfully chosen, practical kitchen tools children will actually use to cook, learn and build confidence.

Children can take the lead on age-appropriate steps, such as adding ingredients, mixing or mashing, but an adult should remain present and supervise.  

Tasks involving heat, sharp adult knives, appliances or other hazards are for grown-ups.

Yes. Start with simple tasks such as transferring ingredients into a bowl, stirring or using the masher. The recipe cards break activities into smaller steps, so children can build confidence at their own pace.

The cards pair ingredients and tools with real photographs and simple, step-by-step directions. They are designed to help children see what happens next and join in with an adult, rather than relying on written instructions alone.

Pre-readers can use the pictures to recognise ingredients, tools and stages of a recipe. A grown-up still needs to guide the activity, read any instructions and handle steps that are not appropriate for children.

The three silicone spoons use different colours to help children recognise measurements during cooking: yellow for one tablespoon, green for one teaspoon and blue for half a teaspoon. The colour cues also appear in the recipe system, making it easier for little hands to find the right tool.

The Little Method recipes are developed around everyday ingredients without added refined sugar. Always check the ingredients you choose at home, including packaged foods, to make sure they suit your family’s needs.

The recipes offer low-pressure opportunities to look at, touch, smell and prepare different foods. Cooking together may encourage curiosity, but it does not guarantee a child will taste or enjoy a new ingredient. Let children explore at their own pace.

Please contact us as soon as possible with your order number and the change you need. We’ll confirm what is possible based on the status of your order. For your rights and any conditions, see our Returns & Refunds policy.

Please contact us with your order number, a description of the issue and photos where helpful. We’ll review the problem and explain the next steps. Your rights under Australian Consumer Law apply to faulty products.

Yes. The Little Method offers free shipping Australia-wide on the Kids Cooking Set. Any exclusions or changes will be shown at checkout and in our Shipping & Delivery policy.

Please check the shipping destinations available at checkout or contact us before ordering internationally. We do not want to promise a destination or delivery cost that is not currently offered.

The tools are designed for children aged 3 and over and for supervised use in a real kitchen. As with any cooking activity, an adult should assess the task, check the equipment before use and stay close throughout. See our Safety and Materials page for product-specific testing information.