My kids love yogurt. We go through tons of it at our house, but I had never heard of Aussie Style yogurt until recently. And I am so glad I did! Yulu (today's sponsor) contacted us to try out their new yogurt. It was so rich and creamy that I had to turn it into a fun after school snack for kids! Frozen Yogurt Lollipops Yulu yogurt is inspired by Australian yogurt and is double smoothed to make it extra creamy. It's like having a delicious bowl … [Read more...]
Witch Hat Cupcakes for Kids
Halloween snacks and treats are half the fun of October! We made some super simple and yummy witch hat cupcakes to eat after reading the book Room on the Broom. It's a fun story by Julia Donaldson about a witch and her cat who encounter a bunch a helpful friends. Each time the generous witch makes room on her broom for them to ride too until they encounter a dangerous dragon, but we'll let you read it yourself to see what happens! Witch Hat … [Read more...]
School Lunch Packing for Busy Days
This year we have been focusing on teaching our kids how to pack healthy school lunches. They have been going a great job, but some nights are BUSY and there just isn't enough time. When homework and activities are longer than normal we need something fast and easy. That's why I was so excited to hear about and partner with HALF TIME™--organic and natural grab and go lunches are perfect for the kids to "pack" on busy nights! Easy School Lunch … [Read more...]
Teach Kids to Pack Healthy School Lunches
This school year my kids are packing their own healthy school lunches! It gives them a chance to learn about making good food choices and choosing the food themselves makes it much more likely that they will eat it. That's why we were so excited to partner will Horizon Organics to create a free printable lunch box checklist! Teach Kids to Pack Healthy School Lunches Before you can turn lunch packing over to your kids you need to give them some … [Read more...]
Healthy After School Snacks
Do your kids come home from school ready for a snack? Mine sure do! After a busy day their little bodies need to re-energize before heading outside to play or starting homework. Here are some of our favorite healthy after school snacks and drinks that keep kids happy and fueled until dinner! Healthy After School Snacks: Ants on a log. Spread peanut butter or cream cheese on celery sticks and top with raisins. Kids love to help put it … [Read more...]
Rock Candy Science Experiment
A science experiment that ends in candy is sure to motivate kids! You can show your kids how to make rock candy and learn about crystals at the same time. Rock candy is simple to make at home, but it does take awhile for the crystals to form. This gives kids a chance to make observations over a period of days which is a great way to teach them to think like scientists! How to Make Rock Candy: 2 cups sugar 1 cup water thin wooden … [Read more...]
Easy Coffee Popsicle Recipe
Summer is officially here and I am enjoying the sunny days and more relaxed schedule. We have been doing lots of pool play dates and my new favorite mom treat is coffee popsicles! Why should the kids get all the fun food? If you are a regular reader (or have seen the title of my blog!) you know that I love coffee. I mean really, really love coffee. I carry iced coffee around with me all day in the summer so knew coffee popsicles would be awesome, but … [Read more...]
Blueberry Kale Healthy Smoothie Recipe
Is your family smoothie crazy? Mine is! We are constantly experimenting and trying out new recipes. We got a bunch of kale in our last co-op bin and decided to use it for a healthy smoothie recipe. Blueberry Kale Healthy Smoothie Recipe 1 cup frozen blueberries 3-4 kale leaves 1/2 cup yogurt (we used vanilla) 1 cup of milk ice This is a total kid-friendly recipe--good to eat and to help make! Kids can help you wash and tear the … [Read more...]
