Overcooked 2   helps kids practice and improve the following skills:

Flexibility: Coping with unpredictability. 

Whether playing Overcooked 2 alone with others, the player needs to be prepared for circumstances to be constantly changing. Playing solo means that the player needs to shift between two different characters to perform all of the necessary tasks efficiently. If playing with other people, it is absolutely necessary to communicate with them about what actions you are responsible for and what their tasks need to be. For example, in a level where you are making sushi, communicating with one player to make the rice while you chop vegetables and plate will lead to more dishes being served and a higher overall score. However, a lack of flexibility will lead to poor communication or, if you are playing alone, a feeling of being overwhelmed with the situation. 

Time Management: Increasing the pace of activities. 

There is a time limit to each level meaning that you need to get as many dishes out of your kitchen as possible within a short period of time. Not only must the player be flexible and multitask, they must also be able to work under pressure and step up the pace of their actions to match the amount of time remaining. Players who struggle with working quickly under a deadline may find themselves not earning a full three star rating because of the small number of dishes they were able to turn out. Playing the tutorial level and the beginning levels a few times can help acclimate these types of players to the time limits in the game.