Encouraging kids to explore cooking, science, and culture.
Research | Experience Design | Educational Impact
Objective: Create fun, interactive kits that teach kids cooking, nutrition, and food science while fostering family connections.
The Team
Designer and Strategist (me!)
Timeline
From kickoff to completion: 4 weeks
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Problem
Context
Parents often lack options for activities that:
Are hands-on and exciting.
Teach practical cooking and healthy eating skills.
Include cultural and scientific learning.
Research
User Research
Insights from interviews:
Parents: Value safe, skill-building activities.
Kids: Enjoy colorful, engaging designs and rewards like stickers.
Teachers: Prefer clear materials that meet learning objectives.
Competitive Analysis
Similar products exist but often lack variety, depth, and digital tools.
Solution
The Educational Kits for Kids are conceptualized to combine fun, learning, and creativity: 🎉
Themes:
Around the World: Explore global cuisines and cultures.
Science in the Kitchen: Conduct experiments like making bread rise.
Seasonal Themes: Focus on holiday baking or gardening projects.
Kit Contents:
Step-by-step recipe cards.
Optional pre-measured ingredients.
Kid-friendly tools (rolling pins, aprons).
Activity sheets with trivia and puzzles.
Interactive Features:
QR codes for video tutorials.
Stickers and badges to reward task completion.
Problem Statement:
Few existing products meet these needs in a kid-friendly, interactive format.
Design Process
Ideation
Collaborated with educators and nutritionists to define themes and tools.
Prototyping
Developed mockups for recipe cards, packaging, and interactive companion app.
Key Features
Kid-friendly tools and activities.
Fun rewards like badges and trivia.
Inclusive global recipes.
Integrated science and nutrition lessons.
Digital support with videos.
Distribution Plan
Subscription Boxes: Deliver monthly kits to families.
School Partnerships: Distribute through schools and activity centers.
Add-Ons: Include kid-sized cookware and branded items.
Results and Impact
Goals
Inspire kids to enjoy hands-on learning.
Teach global food, science, and nutrition topics.
Strengthen family bonds through shared cooking experiences.
Projected Impact
Kids gain practical cooking skills and confidence.
Families spend more quality time together through shared activities.
Increased interest in diverse cuisines and cultures among children.
Improved awareness of healthy eating and food science concepts.
Future Directions & Conclusion
Expand themes based on user preferences.
Partner with more educational institutions.
Add gamification elements like leaderboards for badges.
The Educational Kits for Kids concept blends creativity and learning, offering kids an exciting way to explore cooking, science, and culture. This product design fosters curiosity and connection for families.