Berries in a Cloud

 

Animal Crackers

 

Preschoolers develop cognitive, motor and social skills through creative cooking experiences!

 

NUTRITION!

Vitamin D (yogurt) helps the growing body to use calcium and phosphorus in a normal way in building sound bones and teeth. 

Vitamin C (strawberries) maintains a sound condition of teeth and gums.  It also increases resistance to infection.

 

SUPPLIES!

Vanilla yogurt

Strawberries

Granulated sugar

 

MATERIALS!

1/4  cup measure

1/2  teaspoon measure

1     plastic spoon

1    small paper bowl

 

RECIPE – 1 SERVING!

1/4  cup yogurt

3     small strawberries/stems

1/2  teaspoon sugar

 

DIRECTIONS!

1.  Measure yogurt and spoon into bowl making a cloud.

2.  Twist off stems of berries and place in cloud.

3.  Measure sugar and sprinkle over berries.

4.  Eat and enjoy! 

 

CAROLYN’S COOKING RULES!

Wash your hands with soap and water. 

Wear an apron or smock to protect your clothes. 

Listen carefully to directions.

Use good table manners.

Assist with clean up.

 

CHECK FOR KNOWLEDGE!

Tell me how many berries are in your cloud.  

Name some other types of berries that could be placed in your cloud.

 

EXTENSIONS!

Provide blueberries, raspberries or blackberries.

Provide granola, mini-chocolate chips, or crushed cereal toppings.    

 

Carolyn Gass Hardimon, M. S.  Family and Consumer Science

Child Development and Parenting Teacher – 34 years

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