The end of the school year is almost here! Your
child’s class may be having an end of the year celebration – a chance for the
kids and teacher to enjoy some food and fun. You can help make sure your
child’s party is a healthy one with a few of these ideas!
Provide
Healthy Snacks
Suggest bringing fruits,
veggies, and whole grain foods! You can make quick, easy snacks to bring
to your child’s class with just a few ingredients. Here are some
suggestions:
Make a
Healthy Snack as an Activity
Get the kids involved with making a healthy snack! They will enjoy making the snack and
eating it too!
Try these:
Bugs
on a Log (From Women’s Day)
Peanut Butter Apple Frog (From
Forkly.com)
Palm
Tree (From The Crafty Chicken)
Serve
Unsweetened Beverages
Water or low-fat or skim milk are good options to serve at your
child’s party. Offer to make fruit-infused water to bring and share
with the class.
Visit
www.eatsmart.umd.edu
or www.whatscooking.fns.usda.gov for other healthy recipe ideas.
Play
Games that Involve Movement
Let the kids get out
some energy by playing games that will keep them moving. Try “Simon Says”
or “Duck Duck Goose”.
Have a Dance Party
Put on some music and encourage the kids to dance around.They’ll be able to get some physical activity in while listening to their favorite tunes.
Share these
suggestions with your child’s teacher to show them simple ways to have a
healthy end of the school year celebration!
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