Category Archives: Snack Time
Potable Potions
Homemade root beer is always a sign of a special occasion at our house, but there’s just something about fall and Halloween that makes this brew especially exciting. The magic (and the science) is in the dry ice. It’s available at most … Continue reading
Filed under Celebrate!, Learning through Play and Experience, Snack Time
The Sweet Science of Cool Treats
Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, and with it comes my boys’ request for frozen treats. While you can certianly grab twin pops in your freezer section for a buck a bag, making your own cool summer treats can … Continue reading
Filed under Snack Time, Uncategorized
Someone’s in the Kitchen with Dinah
This is a repost of one of the very first blog posts I wrote. Since there were only about three of you reading here back then, I thought it might be time to revisit! Buried Treasure Muffins, Grandma’s Cookies, and … Continue reading
Weekend Reads 3.26.11
OK, looks like the switch has been thrown and we’re up and running with the new design, thanks to the amazing work of Brandon at Sunday Ventures! There may be a few kinks to work out on this first run, … Continue reading
Have a Snack: Caramel Popcorn in a Bag!
My sons and I were making this delicious recipe for caramel popcorn yesterday and I thought you might enjoy a fun snack on your holiday! (Originally published 3/30/2009.) Making popcorn is a great way to involve and discuss the five … Continue reading
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Snowy Ice Cream – Perfect for a Stormy Day
We’re crossing our fingers, hoping for a white Christmas this year. Looks like we may end up with rain instead. (We may just have to head for the mountains!) For those of you with plenty of the white stuff in your … Continue reading
Travel Mix: Math You Can Eat!
Who doesn’t enjoy a good snack to take on the road? Here’s a snack activity that fits well in the transportation unit, that not only fills rumbling bellies, but also reinforces math concepts!
Five Fun Ways to Serve Up Some Pumpkin!
If you’re looking for some ways to make this week memorable for your little ones, try serving up some pumpkin! You may want to use pumpkin as an ingredient (as in Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread) or use the pumpkin as … Continue reading
