3 Types of Kid-Safe Knives That Are Perfect for Tiny Chefs
updated Jun 30, 2021
Long before I became a parent myself, the idea of giving children under the age of 10 a knife of any kind seemed dangerous. Now as a mom of two, I know that kid-friendly knives are powerful tools for teaching my children confidence in the kitchen, as well as for keeping them busy while I cook. Luckily, kitchen tool makers have caught up with parents who want to teach their children to cook and now offer knives in different shapes and sizes, and fitted with blades of varying sharpness so that tiny cooks of all ages can help in the kitchen. These are my three favorite knives for kids under 10 years old.
Buy Now1. Nylon Knife
Start really young cooks off with a serrated cake knife or nylon knife set , which mimics the weight, shape, and feel of a chef’s knife without the sharp edge. The serrated edge makes cutting bread, cheese, soft fruit, and vegetables possible without any nicks or cuts.
Buy Now2. Safety Knife
Slightly older children (think: 3- to 5-year-olds) can be introduced to safety knives . Many of these knives have real metal blades with a flat blunt edge. They make easy work of most fruits and vegetables, save for hard squashes and watermelon rinds. You’ll need to monitor closely, as these knives can still cut tiny fingers. This is a good knife to practice safe knife holding and handling.
Buy Now3. Small Santoku
A smaller knife with a sharp edge is the perfect in-between knife for children 6 to 10 years old. Their hands aren’t quite large enough for a full-sized chef’s knife, but they have the hand-eye coordination required to yield a real knife blade. A paring knife might seem like a good transitional knife, but its dainty size doesn’t allow enough clearance between handle and a cutting board for tiny hands. A small santoku knife, about five inches long and with a sheath for covering the blade, is a beautiful way to create a sense of ownership for your tiny chef.
Do you have a favorite knife for a tiny chef? Tell us about it in the comments!
Meghan Splawn
Food Editor, Skills
Meghan is the Food Editor for Kitchn's Skills content. She's a master of everyday baking, family cooking, and harnessing good light. Meghan approaches food with an eye towards budgeting — both time and money — and having fun. Meghan has a baking and pastry degree, and spent the first 10 years of her career as part of Alton Brown's culinary team. She co-hosts a weekly podcast about food and family called Didn't I Just Feed You.
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