Kid/Family Cooking Classes

At MI Little Cooks, I create a welcoming space where kids and families can explore the kitchen without pressure. From crafting colorful, homemade pasta to assembling fun fruit and sandwich kabobs, my hands-on cooking classes are designed to spark creativity and foster confidence with food. I believe in teaching from a place of food neutrality, where all foods are treated equally, and kids feel empowered to explore without the expectation to taste or try anything they’re not ready for.

library family program participant

“Jessi’s classes have changed how my kids feel about food! Now they love helping in the kitchen and have tried so many new foods—they even ask to help with meals.”
— Mary S., Mom of 3

library family program participant

“Jessi is so great to learn from. She made the class fun, safe, and we can’t wait to take another one!”
— Tara B., Parent

Food and play program participant

“Jessi came to the library and made me feel so much better about the way I feed my kids. She gave me picky eating support and gave me easy tips to take home and start using right away.”
— Alex K., Dad of 2

wintersun school house recommending jessi holden for cooking classes for kids

Lydia Schmidt, Youth Services Supervisor Hackley Public Library

“Jessi Holden has partnered with Hackley Public Library several times to hold cooking classes for a variety of youth ages. She works patiently with all attendees and is very knowledgeable on her subject matter. All of our participants leave Jessi’s classes confident in their new cooking abilities, skills, and understanding about food.”

top view of children preparing pizza dough and pizza with various toppings

I believe every child has the potential to become a confident and creative kitchen helper.

When you take a MI Little Cooks class, you’ll gain more than recipes—you’ll gain lifelong skills, joyful memories, and a love for food that brings everyone together.

Let’s cook, learn, and play together!

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Discover my latest blog posts filled with tips, recipes, and ideas to make cooking and meal planning with kids enjoyable and stress-free. Explore now for inspiration to bring more fun and ease into your kitchen!

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