Regardless of children's ages, there are many fun projects and chores they can help you with in the kitchen. This is a great time to share together and teach your children skills they will be able to use forever. Also, having your kids help you in the kitchen can help encourage a picky eater to try something new. Basing kitchen tasks on the age and ability level of your child makes for a pleasurable and learning time for all involved. As early as about 2, a child can wash fruits and vegetables, tear lettuce for a salad or wipe down …