Nutrition

snack time againNutrition is important for the early years and throughout life. 

Introduce new foods one at a time when child is most hungry, offering small serving sizes to encourage success.  Use the “one bite” rule for new foods and follow it yourself too!  Be sure to praise your child when they do try a new food.

Recipe Spotlight:

BEAR PAWS

**This recipe is taken from the Alphabet Soup in Motion (Bookmates) recipe booklet.

3 oz. Turkey Kielbassa

4 oz. Cheddar Cheese

8 slices peeled Cucumber

8  Whole Grain Crackers

Cut turkey, cheese and cucumbers into small slices that will be safe for children to eat.

KIDS CAN HELP!

  • Let your child place the cheese, turkey, cucumber and crackers on one large serving plate.
  • Your child can then stack the cheese, turkey and cucumber on top of the cracker.

LUNCH IDEA!

Try packing Bear Paw ingredients in your child’s lunches.  You child will enjoy making them!  Reusable containers or bags can be used to keep them fresh.