How To Introduce New Foods Through Play

By introducing new foods to children BEFORE they are sitting at the dinner table you have the opportunity for children to see these foods as old friends instead of a potential dislike.

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Electrifying! Hands-on Science for Kids

As you know, I am a big fan of TED talks and when I saw the below TED Talk with AnnMarie Thomas - the director of the UST Design laboratory at the University of St. Thomas, I couldn't wait to share.

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Creative Kids Food – Ice-Pops

Summer is coming, the kids are getting hot! Here is a tasty, creative kitchen activity to keep your family cool.

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Creative Kids Food – Bananas

Bananas seem to be one fruit you either love or hate. I love them, my sister hates them (except in Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins) both extreme reactions to being fed far too many Bananas as kids.

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Gratitude – No Time Like Today

Gratitude shouldn't be taken out and dusted off once a year, it should be a part of daily life. Showing your gratitude and letting people know that you appreciate and value them can really make someones day, and make you feel pretty good too!

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Creative Kids Food – Peanut Butter And Jam

Peanut butter and jam is an old stand-by for many families. To celebrate back-to-school, here are some Creative Kids twists on the classic PB and J.

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Stone Soup – Creative Kids In The Kitchen

I have been passionate about stories and food since I was a little girl, and Stone Soup has been my favorite story for as long as I can remember. There has been many variations over the years but this version in particular lends itself to some fantastic Creative Kids activities.

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