Make Bread with Children While Reading, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller

To help prepare for Thanksgiving read, “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving Story” by Pat Zietlow Miller and then extend the story’s themes of teamwork and gratitude through a fun, sensory activity of baking bread that encourages cooperation, fine motor skills, and patience with the children in your care. “Sharing the Bread: An Old-Fashioned Thanksgiving […]

Pressure Cooker Cider Roasted Acorn Squash

The children in my care always enjoy trying a new fruit or vegetable. Autumn is the perfect time to try acorn squash. The children in my care loved the sweet topping on this acorn squash. This recipe makes a nice dish for a Thanksgiving celebration as well.  You Will Need: 1 acorn squash1/2 cup apple […]

Jack O’ Lantern Pizza

Skip the takeout! This Halloween, turn dinner into a deliciously spooky craft project with homemade Jack-o’-lantern pizzas! Use store bought fresh pizza dough and cut pepperoni or veggies to make Halloween dinner super easy. You can cut the dough in half for the kids to make their own personal pizzas. You Will Need: Pizza Dough1/4 […]

Why Nannies Should Make Homemade Halloween Cookies with Kids

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

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 […]

Mini Pumpkin Muffins

The little ones in my care and I combined their love of baking and pumpkins by making these yummy mini pumpkin muffin recipe that I found on the deliciouslydeclassified web site. Be sure to let the kiddos help with every part of making these muffins from collecting ingredients, measuring, mixing, scooping the mixture, and putting […]

Root Vegetable Gratin with Sweet Potatoes, Parsnips, and Beets

Autumn is the season for cozy meals, and what better way to nourish your little ones than with a vibrant Root Vegetable Gratin? Packed with sweet potatoes, parsnips, and beets, this dish is not only bursting with flavor but also loaded with nutrients that will fuel the children’s busy days. Be sure to let the […]

Why Nannies Should Make Apple, Sweet Potato, and Turkey Chili this Autumn

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 […]

Why Nannies Should Make Baby Stuffed Red Potatoes with Kids

Looking for a fun, hands-on activity that doubles as a healthy snack or a new dinner recipe for the little ones in your care? Baby stuffed red potatoes are the perfect pint-sized project for nannies and kids. They’re easy to prep, fun to fill, and just the right size for little hands to help with […]

Why Kids Love One-Skillet Cauliflower Fried Rice

Who knew a single skillet and a humble head of cauliflower could win over the toughest little taste-testers? This quick, veggie-packed dish is secretly healthy, totally delicious, and so fun to eat. With scrambled eggs and a touch of delicious soy sauce, the kids won’t even realize they’re loving veggies. It doesn’t taste like rice! […]