As more children reach for an apron, local institutions are stepping in to help. Central Market, Sur La Table and Rice Epicurean and Le Panier Cooking School all offer cooking classes for kids.

A cooking camp for kids is scheduled at StoneWater in August.

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This cooking essentials set from MasterChef offers a fun way to introduce the kiddos to everyday kitchen tools. This nine-piece kit comes with an apron, cutting board, mixing bowl, measuring cups ...

The set includes a four-inch stainless-steel knife and vegetable peeler, an apron, and a finger guard that supports the food being cut and teaches proper finger placement.