Family Connections Child Care Food Program

02/05/2013

February - Love your fruits and veggies month!

02/04/2013

Hunt for fiber! "Foods with fiber are beneficial because they're filling and, therefore, discourage overeating — even though fiber itself adds no calories. Plus, when combined with adequate fluid intake, high-fiber fare helps move food through the digestive system and may protect against gut cancers and constipation."

Children 4–8 years need..... 25 grams per day
Children 9–13 years need... 26-31 grams per day (varies by gender)

Here are some of the best sources of fiber:
•whole-grain breads and cereals
•apples
•oranges
•bananas
•berries
•prunes
•pears
•green peas
•legumes (dried beans, split peas, lentils, etc.)
•artichokes
•almonds

02/01/2013

Put a tablespoon or 2 of peanut butter on your oatmeal in the morning. It cuts your risk of contracting the flu virus because it's loaded with vitamin E.

01/31/2013

Tips and strategies for dealing with "back talk"

http://www.ownadaycare.com/blog/how-to-handle-back-talk-in-daycare

Tweet Tweet When children disobey and talk back in daycare, it can be frustrating and challenging for daycare providers. While balk talk is a temporary problem, it can cause a host of problems and disruptions in the daycare setting. Terri

01/16/2013

Do you want to avoid sending CN labels and reporting CN #'s? Homemade is the answer: http://sm.eatright.org/fishsticks

KidsEatRight - Your source of nutrition information.

01/16/2013

Several twists on Pancakes:
*Applesauce and cinnamon
*Blueberries – after mixing ingredients, fold into the batter some frozen blueberries. Be careful to avoid mashing the berries. If a large batch is prepared, add berries to a small portion of the batter at one time.
*Pumpkin puree and cinnamon
*Smashed or pureed peaches

12/21/2012

Any tips?

12/21/2012

Are you eating a rainbow of fruits and vegetables daily? Fruits and vegetables are sources of several key vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and c, folate, and potassium. Fruits and vegetables also provide fiber and antioxidants. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend choosing a variety of fruits and vegetables each day.

12/14/2012

Cheesy Spaghetti Squash
1 lb spaghetti squash
1/4 c. parmesan cheese
2 tbsp. olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste.
Bake, scoop, and mix ingredients!
http://ow.ly/g3myR

12/13/2012

November payments should be processed by Wednesday, December 19th. Check your bank accounts to be sure it is received. The college will be closed Dec. 24-Jan. 1, so any issues (hopefully none arise!) will need to be resolved before Friday.

12/13/2012

Did you know? In ancient and medieval times, asparagus tips were crushed and used to treat swelling and alleviate pains due to bee stings, wounds, and infections. Try roasting asparagus: http://ow.ly/fN44S

12/13/2012

This activity is fun and incorporates pre-academics, motor, and social skills! Can you escpe the volcano??
http://ow.ly/g3o7J

I love this life size game...the pre-academics, the motor, and social too. It cover's it all. Thanks for sharing. :) Kristi