Mindful MasterChefs
Executive functioning and emotional regulation are foundational abilities necessary for engaging in a variety of environments. For our upper elementary and middle school kiddos, cooking activities are a great way to foster these life skills in a social environment. Developed & led by occupational therapists, Mindful Masterchefs focuses on fostering your child’s social-emotional skills using a holistic and play-based approach within a peer group setting as we explore new foods and try new recipes together. Each week will focus on a specific topic using evidence-based curriculum from Social Thinking and Zones of Regulation. Group sizes are limited to ensure each child receives individualized attention and support based on their skill level.
What Your Child Will Build
Emotional Regulation
Flexible Thinking
Executive Functioning
Social Collaboration
Functional Independence
Self-Advocacy
About Mindful Masterchefs
This group is designed specifically for older children who are ready to practice independence within a supportive peer environment. At Tumble N’ Dots, we know that cooking is one of the most effective ways to target complex cognitive skills. Each week, our occupational therapists focus on a specific topic using evidence-based curriculum, including Social Thinking and the Zones of Regulation.
By engaging in a shared project like a recipe, children learn how to manage their energy, focus their attention, and value the contributions of their teammates. This holistic, play-based approach ensures that while they are learning to make a meal, they are also building the long-term emotional and organizational tools they will use throughout their lives.
Class Schedule
Friday Group: Sep 4, 11, 18 & 25, Oct 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, Nov 6, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Friday Group: November 20, 2026 - February 26, 2027
Friday Group: Nov 20, Dec 4, 11 & 18, 2026, Jan 8, 15, 22 & 29, Feb 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2027
Friday Group: Nov 27 (Thanksgiving), Dec 25 & Jan 1 (winter break)
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Days:
- Thursdays from 4:00pm to 5:30pm (sold out)
- Fridays from 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Things to Know:
- You must commit to the full program.
- There are no refunds for missed sessions for sickness, vacation, etc.
New Clients:
Upon registration, you will be invited for a 30 minute tour and therapist screening to assess your child’s individual needs and your goals before starting the program.
Ratios:
We maintain a maximum ratio of two children per therapist, though our sessions often allow for nearly one on one support.
Cancellations:
If you cancel 7 or more days before the group start date, you will receive a 90% refund.
Cancellations occurring less than 7 days before group start date will not be refunded.
Insurance Information:
We do not bill insurance companies directly for services provided. You will be provided with a superbill which you are encouraged to submit to your insurance company for potential reimbursement.
Tumble N’ Dots Pediatric Therapy is a licensed outpatient therapy clinic. Our programs are designed and delivered by licensed therapists.
Our classes are neurodiversity-affirming and led by pediatric occupational therapists, so the approach is child-led, play-based, and built around how your child actually learns, including attention, sensory preferences, communication, and self-advocacy. Groups stay small so every child gets high-touch support, and children of all abilities are welcome, whether or not they have a diagnosis.
Please note: We need at least 3 kids enrolled to run the class. If we don’t meet that minimum, we’ll reach out to you and make sure you get a full refund.