Before you start.... Check first with your Mom or Dad to be sure it's OK for you to cook. A grown-up should be in the kitchen to help, especially when using the stove and handling hot things
Read the recipe carefully. Make sure that you have all the ingredients (foods) and equipment (measuring spoons, cups, pitcher, etc.) you will need.
Make room to work. Clear and wash the counter.
Get out everything you will need to make the recipe.
Wash your hands. Make the recipe and then read it carefully again to be sure you haven't forgotten any ingredient.
When you are through, remember that a good cook cleans up! Wash things in warm, soapy water.