Halloween isn’t just about costumes and candy — it’s the perfect time for nannies to bond with the kids they care for through baking homemade treats! Here’s why: Creativity & Fun: Making cookies allows children to unleash their creativity by decorating cookies with frosting, sprinkles, and edible eyes. It’s hands-on, messy, and unforgettable fun. Teaches […]
Rice Krispies Treat Monsters
October 17, 2025 Leave a Comment
Looking for a Halloween activity that’s more treat than trick? These Rice Krispies Treat Monsters from onelittleproject are the perfect hands-on fun for little goblins. With candy eyes and colorful melted chocolate the kids will love creating and eating their own silly, spooky snack. No scary skills required — just imagination and sticky fingers! You […]
Why Nannies Should Make Apple, Sweet Potato, and Turkey Chili this Autumn
September 26, 2025 Leave a Comment
This Apple, Sweet Potato, and Turkey Chili from Perchance to Cook is autumn in a bowl! Packed with fall flavors and hidden nutrition, it’s the perfect warm hug after a crisp day of leaf jumping and apple picking. It is easy for nannies to make, and even easier for picky eaters to love. Try making […]
Labor Day Fun on a Stick: Red, White & Blue Popsicles
August 29, 2025 Leave a Comment
This Labor Day skip the store-bought treats and show your nanny magic with a snack that screams “USA!” and smiles all around. Nannies, this one’s for you: red, white, and blue popsicles made with strawberries, blueberries, and creamy Greek yogurt. Parents will love that it’s packed with antioxidants, protein, and probiotics. Plus, it’s a fun, […]
Teddy Bear Pancakes
August 22, 2025 1 Comment
Who says breakfast can’t be a little whimsical? For nannies looking to add fun to the morning routine, teddy bear-shaped pancakes are a clever way to win hearts of children of any age. They’re more than cute — they turn mealtime into playtime, spark creativity, and show kids that love can come in the shape […]
Pizza Rolls
May 2, 2025 1 Comment
Kids love pizza. Kids love to bake. So let the children in your care help you make pizza rolls. It’s super easy to make with fresh pizza dough bought at the store. Allow the little ones add the toppings, help roll the dough, and brush the garlic butter on top. Don’t use pepperoni, or replace […]
Pinwheel Sandwiches
March 21, 2025 Leave a Comment
Make simple peanut butter and jelly sandwiches extra fun for children to eat by rolling up bread or flour tortillas into pinwheel sandwiches. Stick toothpicks into these bite-sized sandwiches and call them hors d’oeuvres. These fancy treats are also the perfect size for children’s tea parties. You Will Need: Bread or Flour TortillasSandwich ToppingsRolling PinSharp […]
Simple Egg Drop Soup
February 21, 2025 Leave a Comment
It is still winter and some have just had another huge snowstorm this week. The kiddos I care for love having a big bowl of egg drop soup after a fun and tiring day of playing in the snow. This soup recipe is so simple and can be enjoyed anytime of the year. You Will Need: […]
Homemade Ramen Bowls
January 3, 2025 Leave a Comment
All the children I have cared for the past three decades love ramen noodles. So I started the new year off right for the kids in my care by making their favorite dinners. The parents I work for found this easy homemade ramen recipe at the killingthyme website. I hope the children in your care […]
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