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I believe that making cookies with Mom should be a part of every kid's childhood. I also believe that making giant batches of sugary cookies isn't good for anyone -- and especially not for me. So I am always on the lookout for whole grain, low sugar recipes to enjoy with my kiddos. And I don't make giant batches of cookies because they will not stop calling to me until I've eaten every last one. If there are ... Read More
This is a recipe I found in the newspaper a few years back. We use considerably less spice than is recommended so that our kids can enjoy this dish, too. This is a budget-friendly main dish and one I can often make with items I have in the freezer and pantry. Black & Brown Burritos Serves 8 1 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, chopped 2 cloves minced garlic chili powder, to your family's taste (up ... Read More
(This post contains affiliate links.) Giving our kids time with play dough is important. (Here are six reasons why.) We've recently made play dough a regular activity at our house (after a time of keeping it locked away for this mom's sanity!). The other day we made a new batch of play dough using this no-cook recipe, and the kids had fun using craft items to make their creations. My oldest two (ages 5 ... Read More
Looking for a new recipe for whole grain muffins? I found this recipe on the back of a package of Bob's Red Mill wheat bran and tweaked it just a bit. These are soft, hearty muffins full of whole grain goodness. You can find the original recipe here. Whole Grain Muffins makes 12 muffins 1 cup wheat bran 1.5 cups whole wheat flour 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1/2 ... Read More
We've had a string of very cold days here. The deal is that my four-year-old really needs an energy burner when he doesn't get outside. I created this simple indoor game to burn energy for him and his five-year-old sister. I make a series of index cards with an instruction to perform some kind of exercise -- each card also states where to find the next one. It gets the kids running all over the house and ... Read More
If you want your child to be a successful reader (and of course you do!), it's so important that you know how to teach your child to rhyme. Rhyming is a super-important skill (see Why Is Rhyming Important?) that can be taught with two of my favorite things: books and games. How to teach your child to rhyme Read nursery rhymes - and read them some more! They are easy to find and fun to learn. Get ... Read More
Looking for rhyming books for toddlers? Here's a great collection! (This post contains affiliate links.) Why is rhyming important? In a nutshell, it prepares your children to be excellent readers. Here's a list of terrific rhyming books for toddlers and preschoolers. Rhyming books for toddlers and preschoolers Mouse Mess, by Linnea Riley Our copy of this book has been loved so much it is now in ... Read More
(This post contains affiliate links.) It can be hard to pick the right book to read to your baby. Especially when the baby a) is so little that he has no change of expression when you read to him, b) is a few months older and only wants to grab at the pages, or c) he is older yet and promptly closes the book as soon as he loses interest. What's a book-loving mother to do? The important thing is to not ... Read More
My sister developed this recipe, and I've tweaked it just a little. These healthy muffins taste great when served warm with cream cheese. Whole Wheat Pumpkin Banana Muffins makes 12 muffins 2 bananas, very ripe 1 cup canned pumpkin 1/2 cup applesauce 1/3 cup honey 1 tbsp olive oil 2 eggs 2 cups whole wheat pastry flour 1 tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp salt 1/s tsp baking soda ... Read More
This simple baked macaroni and cheese recipe is perfect for when you're going to be home but don't have time to work in the kitchen. It goes together in just a few minutes. Easy Baked Macaroni & Cheese 3 tbsp butter 2.5 cups whole wheat (or regular) macaroni, uncooked 1.5 cups shredded cheddar 4 cups lowfat milk (or whole) 1/2 tsp salt 1/8 tsp black pepper Melt the ... Read More
