I love finding inspiration for recipes from the change of seasons, beautiful produce at the market and from any suggestions that miraculously come from my children. Whenever my kids ask to cook with me, I’m like “okay great, let’s go!” With a 2 and a…
Whether you want a creative and quick treat bag for St. Patrick’s Day or are throwing a rainbow themed party, these treat bags will be sure to delight. I whipped these together for my son’s class because I wanted something that the kids would actually…
Repurpose and upcycle a toy this Earth Day! Here, our beloved dinosaurs got some fresh paint to make for a lively desk set. Dinosaur Desk Set Materials: Plastic Dinosaurs Scissors Gold Paint Paint brush Make It: Cut holes in the body cavity of your dinosaurs…
Sometimes you just can’t let a good shirt go to waste. This t-shirt bag is a great way to repurpose those shirts into a handy tote to take along to the supermarket or to use for toy storage at home. No Sew T-Shirt Bag Materials:…
A terrarium is a natural delight that can be enjoyed even in the smallest apartment. These miniature gardens make magic for kids who want a chance to plant but possibly don’t have the outdoor space to do so. They also brighten a room and give…
Share the love this Earth Day by giving the birds and squirrels a little treat. This simple bird feeder takes minutes to make but can be enjoyed all day as your child watches who comes for a nibble. Pinecone Bird Feeder Materials: 1 large pinecone…
Valentine’s Day Trail Mix Makes 6 cups Packing a special holiday snack for school or daycare can be a challenge. This ridiculously easy trail mix is a fun answer for a no-bake Valentine’s Day treat. Ingredients: 2 cups heart shaped cereal (Kashi makes one called…
Mixed Berry Smoothie Bowl Makes 1 large serving (3 toddler size portions) Smoothie bowls are a fun way of spooning up a healthy breakfast as if it were ice cream. A good friend of mine taught her daughter that chia seeds are “nature’s sprinkles” which…
Beet Hummus Makes about 2 cups This hummus is as pretty as it is tasty. It makes the ideal healthy snack or sandwich spread. Ingredients: 1 (15.5 oz) can of chickpeas, drained 1 medium cooked beet, plus 1 teaspoon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon…
Adobo Chicken and Sweet Potato Chili Everyone needs a good chili recipe to add to the rotation. This one is unique for its rich, smokey base and the added nutrition of the sweet potatoes. Once you allow your kids to add their favorite toppings, you…