#Ad My kids are tracking out of school very soon (they are on a year-round schedule, which means they have 5 short weeks for summer break). We try to cram in a LOT when they are out of school because five weeks passes very quickly! And this summer, I am finally on top of my game. I have the entire summer break planned out, including plenty of downtime to relax. he kids don't know the full "schedule," but I like to keep one for my sanity so I know what we are doing most days. :) I am trying to make my life as streamlined as possible, and my latest focus has been on meal Keep Reading
Dairy Free Nut Free Soy Free Gluten Free Egg Free Chocolate Chip Cookies!!
The search for foods that kids will be happy to eat is never ending!! One child likes cheese, another wants carrots, the third is in a classroom with allergy problems... If only there was a healthy vending machine in each class to help me out. Well I have finally done it. I have seen the light!! I have found the snack above other snacks. Recent Diagnoses: Dairy Sensitivity My youngest daughter was recently diagnosed with a dairy sensitivity / mild allergy. It was recommended to cut out all dairy items from her diet. At first I was dumbfounded. Keep Reading
Trix Treats – Colorful Treats Perfect for Bake Sales & Birthday Parties
Oh, do I have something special for you! I know how much you all love our Pumpkin Spiced Rice Krispie Treats, so I wanted to bring you another fun twist on the classic breakfast cereal squares with these TRIX TREATS! Aren't these Trix treats just so colorful and fun? Super easy, super cute, and they taste great, too. My kids love these Trix Treats, and they are always a hit at class parties and birthday parties! I think they'd even be a big hit at a summer bake sale. This is one of those super-obvious treats that I couldn't believe I hadn't tried before, but I am glad Keep Reading
Valentine’s Day Conversation Heart Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
You guys. I am seriously sooooooo excited! Valentine's Day is one of my favorite holidays, and I thought it would be a great idea to put together some cute treats for the blog. I am all about making themed desserts these days. Meet my new favorite Valentine's Day treat: Conversation Heart Rice Krispie Treats These are so cute and easy to whip together for a classroom treat, or just a fun lunch box addition. These Conversation Heart Rice Krispie Treats are a little piece of nostalgia in a little, crunchy (heart-shaped) package! I love the sweet pastel coloring, but you can leave Keep Reading
Kid-Friendly Halloween Food: Spider Web Pizza
Today my kids turned up their noses at the yummy lunch I made for them - one of their favorites! Chili with baked potatoes. Those little stinkers are sometimes so tough to please. I don't normally make food in funny shapes for them, but tonight I decided to make something easy (since my husband is out of town) and totally fun to match the upcoming Halloween holiday. They thought it was the best thing! Give it a try - I bet your crew will like it, too. :) Spider Web Pizza No sorcery is required to put together this pizza. I used store-bought pizza crust, deli American cheese Keep Reading
