In the heat of the summer when children are out of school, parents are often busy finding fun and interesting activities to entertain their children at home. Toddlers are busy moving around, preschoolers are learning and discovering, and school age children are looking for fun activities to keep them busy during the day. A great way to make everyone happy is to make some fun summer Popsicle treats for the family to enjoy.
Fruity Popsicles can be easy to make with many flavorful and nutritious options. Here are 3 yummy recipes that your preschool or school age child can easily follow.
Supplies Needed:
Small paper cups and Popsicle sticks. You can also find Popsicle supplies at your local craft store. Another option is to use an ice tray and toothpicks.
1. Strawberry Banana Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 medium banana
- 1 package of frozen strawberries
- ¼ cup of lemon juice
- ½ cup of apple juice
Combine the ingredients and make any adjustments that your children desire. Place the liquid mixture in the cups. When the mixture begins to freeze, add the Popsicle sticks and let freeze.
2. Very Berry Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of your child’s favorite frozen berries
- ½ cup of vanilla flavored yogurt
- ½ cup of coconut or almond milk
Combine the ingredients and follow the previous instructions.
3. Chocolate-Peanut Butter Popsicles
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of chocolate milk
- 2 tbs. peanut butter
- 1 medium banana
Combine ingredients and follow the previous instructions.
These tasty treats are fun to make and eat. For added fun, encourage your children to modify the recipes or create their own treat.
Making Popsicles is not only fun, but also inspires creativity. This is just one of many ways a child can learn and have fun at the same time. For more innovative ideas for children at home or in a daycare or childcare environment, talk to the creativity experts at Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies. They love to discuss their engaging teaching strategies that make their classrooms so enjoyable for infants, toddlers, and preschool children.
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