Irish Soda Bread

Although children are satisfied eating a green bagel on Saint Patrick’s Day, I always want to do something a little more traditionally Irish with them. So each year I make Irish Soda Bread with them to celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. Irish soda bread is a soft textured cake like bread that rises due to the […]

Shamrock Puzzle

Kids love Saint Patrick’s Day, puzzles, and learning to count. Combine the love of the holiday and learning with this super easy project. Check out our other Saint Patrick’s Day projects by clicking the links for how to make a leprechaun trap; how to play Follow the Leprechaun Footsteps; shamrock lacing; leprechaun puppets; how to […]

Shamrock Waffles

Products Nannies Love I love this mini Shamrock Waffle Maker. The Waffle Maker‘s compact size takes up minimal counter space, while making perfectly shaped waffles making it the ideal St. Patrick’s Day. The adorable shamrock-shaped little waffles cooked by this Waffle Maker are delectable. This is ideal for gift-giving, for families with children, or for […]

10 Saint Patrick’s Day Children’s Books

Weekly Trip to the Library Saint Patrick’s Day observes the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. What began as a religious feast day in the 17th century has evolved into a variety of festivals across the globe celebrating Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, and a whole lot of green. […]

Shrimp Fried Rice

This is a super easy recipe I found at the eating on a dime web site. I add a little sweet mirin to the recipe to add some sweetness. You Will Need: 1 lb large shrimp (raw, detailed and devained)3 larges eggs light beaten2 tablespoon sesame oil2 tablespoon vegetable oil4 cups cooked rice (brown is […]

Colorful Pop-Up Shamrock

Since leprechauns protect the gold that is found at the end of the rainbow I thought to help my Nanny Kids make Saint Patrick’s Day cards inspired with some rainbow colors. I printed out a 3-leaf clover to trace onto colorful paper to make this pop-up shamrock card. You Will Need: 1 Piece Card Stock […]

Savor Baby Keepsake Box

Products Nannies Love The ideal gift for a new parent, the Savor Baby Keepsake Box makes organizing family memories easy, fun, and stylish, even for the busiest parents. The thoughtfully-designed, handcrafted keepsake boxes make sorting keepsakes — from the blankie that comforted her to the first lost tooth – a snap. So you spend more […]

“Scaredy Bath” by Zoë Foster Blake

Who doesn’t love bath time? The shiny bubbles, the fun bath toys, and, of course, the big splashes! But have you ever wondered what it’s like for the bathtub? Scaredy Bath cannot stand bath time. It thinks the water is too hot, the kids are too loud, and its once-polished inside is now way too […]

Roasted Chick Peas

Here is a quick and healthy snack to make for children. If they don’t like any of the seasonings you don’t need to use them to flavor the chick peas. You Will Need: 2 tablespoons olive oil1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon chili powder1 pinch sea salt1 pinch ground black pepper1 (15 ounce) […]

“The Paper Dolls” by Julia Donaldson and DIY Paper Dolls

Making projects with children that correspond with the books you read with them helps encourage the love of reading. For a fun indoor activity for kids that the whole family can enjoy, download this printable paper doll template, illustrated by Rebecca Cobb and based on Julia Donaldson’s “The Paper Dolls,” and also let the kids […]