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Fun Christmas Paper Plates for the Kids’ Table

November 29, 2018 By Terri Thompson

Whether you don’t have enough tableware for all your Christmas guests or are looking for something that won’t break for your younger guests, you may want to turn to Christmas paper plates for your holiday dinner.

I know, I know… that seems just too casual.

But… maybe… it’s not.

Check out all these fun choices of Christmas paper plates for the kids’ table. They’re fun, festive, elegant, and all are kid-friendly. Let’s set our table with style!

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Fun Christmas Paper Plates

The kids will love this set of fun Gingerbread cookies disposable dinnerware.

Or, you can choose this festive red and white snowflake dinnerware set.

Santa is a great theme for the kids table, so these blue Santa paper plates and napkins would be a fun choice.

Also, these Santa belly paper plates are another fun Santa Claus choice.

Festive Christmas Paper Plates

These Christmas lights paper plates will look great on any table.

If you’re looking for something a little bit elegant, but still fun for kids, try these gold dot plates and tableware.

Kids will absolutely love these fun peppermint paper plates that look just like fun Christmas candy.

Or, you can get some paper plates based on a fun Christmas movie, like these fun Grinch paper plates.

Christmas Tree Paper Plates

These red-rimmed Christmas tree plates are a classic choice and would look good on both the kids’ table and the adults’ table.

Or you could choose these modern Christmas tree plates that are just a bit whimsical. They even come with fun gold knives, spoons, and forks.

These buffalo plaid tree plates will make you feel like you’re having Christmas dinner at the cabin.

Traditional is also good and these pretty Christmas tree paper plates will look great on any table.

Which of these fun Christmas paper plates are you going to use this year?

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Healthy Christmas Treats for School

November 28, 2018 By Terri Thompson

There are a lot of challenges when it comes to planning a school party.

One challenge is that you can only use store-bought treats. And it’s not always easy to combine store-bought and healthy.

Luckily, with just a bit of crafty ingenuity, you can bring in some fun and healthy Christmas treats for school that the kids will love.

Healthy Christmas Treats for School

Turn packaged string cheese into cute String Cheese Snowmen like this fun idea from No Biggie.

You can transform an applesauce cup into a fun holiday treat when you make these Rudolph applesauce cups from The Melrose Family.

Or you can make another Rudolph treat when you turn little oranges into these healthy reindeer treats from Hello Splendid.

Provide the kids with a healthy drink of milk when you create these fun Snowman Milk Chugs from Creative Kid Snacks.

These free Melted Snowman Water Bottle Labels from That’s What Che Said will turn simple water into a fun holiday treat.

Healthy Snacks for School Parties

Let the kids fill these fun Snowman Popcorn Cups from Creative Kid Snacks from bags of store-bought popcorn.

Or, the kids can use a store-bought veggie tray to fill these cute Vegetable Christmas Party Cups from My Mommy Style.

Use a few simple decorations to turn Babybel Cheese into cute Santa Bellies like this idea from Cute Food for Kids.

It’s easy to turn fruit cups into cute snowman faces with this idea from Bren Did.

Or you can use those fruit cups to make cute Fruit Cup Santa Snacks like this idea from That’s What Che Said.

Any of these fun healthy Christmas treats for school would be a great hit in the classroom. Plus, you’ll feel better because you’re not feeding the kids endless amounts of sugar.

There’s got to be balance, right?

Healthy Christmas Snack Resources

With just a little bit of creativity, you can make any healthy snack festive. If you’re short on time, here are some great holiday bags and containers to put your healthy Christmas treats for school.

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Fun Christmas Snack Crafts for Kids

November 17, 2018 By Terri Thompson

Christmas will be here before you know it, in fact, it’s almost a month away!

My kids love getting into the kitchen around the holidays and helping bake or cook meals. Getting your kids involved in cooking while their young can teach them valuable kitchen skills, and even teach them to cook on their own in the future.

Making snack crafts is a fun way to get the little ones interested in cooking, and that’s why I put together 20 Christmas snack crafts that your kids can make. While they need a little parental supervision, most of these recipes can be made without you.

Let the kids get creative in the kitchen this holiday season with these fun Christmas snack crafts that that can make themselves.

Fun Christmas snack crafts for kids

Turn serving cups into a cute Snowman Snack Craft from Natural Beach Living to make any Christmas party more fun.

This sweet and salty Christmas Popcorn from Mom Foodie would be great for a Christmas movie night.

Turn simple pretzels into fun Grinch Snacks from Wondermom Wannabe. (You can find the fun food markers here!)

Take an Oreo and turn into a cute Christmas Reindeer snack from Childhood 101.

A simple Snack Filled Ornament from Busy Creating Memories would make a great party favor or a simple gift for friends.

This Gingerbread Christmas Tree from Busy Mommy Media is simple enough for even your littlest kids to make.

Rudolph Christmas Snacks from Rainy Day Mum would make a fun after school snack.

Christmas Strawberries from Wondermom Wannabe turn simple strawberries into sparkly Christmas lights. Fun!

Turn pretzel sticks into fun Rudolph Treats likes these from Masshole Mommy. You can find similar candy eyes here.

A Rainbow Cookie Gift Jar from Red Ted Art makes a fun kid-made Christmas gifts. And, they’re also fun for the kids to make!

More fun Christmas snacks for kids

These fruit Christmas Kabobs from Suburban Simplicity are a fun and healthy snack.

Fudge can actually be a very easy Christmas treat to make and this Easy Christmas Fudge from Tweenhood is the perfect recipe for your kids to try themselves.

I’ve never met a kid that hasn’t had fun turning an ice cream cone into a fun Waffle Cone Christmas Trees like these from Somewhat Simple.

Make a store-bought snack special by turning it into a Reindeer Granola Bar with this package decoration idea from A Night Owl Blog.

Use celery sticks to make this Healthy Christmas Tree Snack from Fantastic Fun and Learning.

Turn store-bought Jello cups into a fun Christmas Tree Snack from Craft Create Cook.

Build a Santa Candy Sleigh from Red Ted Art out of your Christmas candy. This would also make a fun gift for your friends!

These Wreath Chocolate Covered Oreos from Heartbeats Soul Stains would make a fun addition to the cookie tray.

Make these Celery Reindeer Snacks from Wondermom Wannabe for fun and healthy after school snack.

Kids will love to make their own Christmas candy when they make these Chocolate Rudolph Bites from Chocolate and Wine, I’ll Be Fine.

Which of these fun Christmas snack crafts are you going to make with your kids?

Our recommended Christmas snack craft resources:

You can make your Christmas snack crafts festive with some fun holiday-themed dishes and serving ware. Grab some cute paper plates for serving or display your fun creations on a pretty Christmas platter. Here are some of our favorite choices.

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Delicious Apple Snacks for Kids

September 8, 2018 By Terri Thompson

I just love a crisp, juicy apple. Do you?

It’s September, and apples are at that best. So, grab a few and eat them, but be sure to save a couple (or more) for one of these delicious apple snacks for kids.

Yum!

These simple and delicious apple snacks for kids are perfect for after school or between meals. Your kids will love them!

Apple Muffins, Breads, and Bars

Cinnamon pairs deliciously with apples in this simple Apple and Cinnamon Breakfast Muffin Recipe from Rainy Day Mum.

These Apple Crumble Bars from Crafty Morning are a delicious treat.

These Baked Apple Pie Oatmeal Muffins from Kenarry have all the flavor of apple pie in a healthier treat.

This Apple and Cinnamon Loaf Cake from Rainy Day Mum is a great recipe to have the kids help with. It’s a favorite at our house!

Make your own granola bars with this Oatmeal and Apple Granola Bar recipe from Super Healthy Kids.

Enjoy some Iced Apple Butterscotch Oatmeal Cookies from Sugar Dish Me.

Other Delicious Apple Snacks for Kids

Kids love applesauce and did you know how easy it is to make your own? Try our simple Slow Cooker Applesauce. It’s so easy.

One of our favorite ways to eat apples is this simple recipe: Baked Apples. It tasted just like the filling of apple pie, without all the sugar.

Our Peanut Butter Honey Apples are crispy, delicious, and so much fun to eat.

Did you know that even apple skins can be delicious? Try these Camelized Apple Skin Crisps from Kitchen Counter Chronicles.

Add some topping to your apples to make these yummy Almost-Good-For-You Apple Cookies from Almost Supermom.

Cover your apples with this yummy Salted Caramel Apple Dip from Fireflies and Mud Pies.

Make your apple snack a little more hearty when you make these Turkey, Apple, and Cheese Crescent Rolls from Mom Endeavors.

This Crunchy Apple Peanut Butter Wrap from Finding Zest is so simple the kids can make it themselves.

Which of these yummy apple snacks for kids do you want to make?

You may also enjoy one of these delicious kids snack ideas:

Delicious Strawberry Snacks for Kids

Peaches and Cream Popsicles

Simple Kid-Friendly Smoothie Recipes

DIY Trail Mix Bar

Storybook Snack Time: Baked Apples

August 24, 2017 By Terri Thompson

After school snack time is a very important part of our day.

My girls and I reconnect, chat about our day, and sometimes just settle in with a good book and some yummy food.

One of our favorite snacks in the fall is baked apples.

We’ve always got a bowl full of apples and tend to indulge in them a lot during September and October.

Enjoy a special treat after school with this yummy baked apples snack and list of apples books. It's fun to have a special storybook snack time.

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This recipe for baked apples is super simple to make and requires only three ingredients. And, it’s a fun recipe for the kids to help bake.

Combine this snack with a good book about apples and you’ve got a fun way to reconnect after school or any time.

Ingredients Needed

3 medium-sized apples
2 tbsp. light brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon

This recipe makes 2 snack-sized portions. It’s very easy to double (or triple) to make as much as you need.

How to make your baked apples snack

Slice and peel all of your apples. I usually slice them the same as if I were serving them raw.

If you have one of those nifty apple corer and slicer gadgets, use that. Your apples will be the perfect size.

Throw your apples in a bowl with your brown sugar and cinnamon.

Mix them up until your apples slices are evenly coated.

*Note: we love the taste of cinnamon, so feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon to your tastes.

After your apples are coated, put them in an 8×8 square baking pan.

Put them in a 375 degree oven for 10 minutes.

After 10 minutes, your apples are starting to get juicy and your house will smell like apple pie. Yummy! Stir the apples and pop them in the oven for 10 minutes more.

Now it’s time to eat! For a special treat, we love to put a little whipped cream on top.

My mouth is watering just thinking about it.

Enjoy a fun apple book during snack time

While you’re eating those apples, indulge in a good story. There are many great books about apples, but these are some of our favorites.

Apple Farmer Annie by Monica Wellington

Apple Pie ABC by Alison Murray

The Apple Pie Tree by Zoe Hall

How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World by Marjorie Priceman

The Apple Pie That Papa Baked by Lauren Thompson

How Do Apples Grow? by Betsy Maestro

The Seasons of Arnold’s Apple Tree by Gail Gibbons

Apples, Apples Everywhere!: Learning About Apple Harvests by Robin Koontz

Baked Apples (serves 2)

3 medium-sized apples
2 tbsp light brown sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Slice and peel your apples. Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Stir to coat the apple slices evenly. Put in an 8×8 baking dish and bake in a 375 degree oven for 10 minutes. Stir. Bake for 10 minutes more. Serve immediately.

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