This week students explored the great world of grains, from wheat and rice, to oats and barley. They were amazed at how many wonderful foods are made from grains. Students also learned the difference between refined grains and whole grains, and why whole grains are healthier choices – they have more fiber, vitamins, and other [...]
Archive for April, 2010
Are You Making Half Your Grains Whole Grains?
Posted in 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade on April 27, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
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Tortilla Wraps
Posted in 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Recipes Kids Love on April 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Kids really dig making and eating these wholesome, nutritious, and economical tortilla wraps…so get wrapping! Ingredients:8 whole-wheat tortillas 2 cups black bean dip (see recipe below) 2 cups shredded cheese (i.e. mexican) 1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed and drained 2 large tomatoes, diced Directions: To assemble one wrap: 1. Thinly spread 1/4 cup of black [...]
Black Bean Dip
Posted in 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, Recipes Kids Love on April 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Serves 4 Ingredients: 1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained) 1/3 cup salsa 1 teaspoon lime juice 1 garlic clove minced or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Directions: Mash beans with fork, potato masher, or in food processor. Add remaining ingredients and mix well. Serving Ideas: Serve with low-fat whole-grain [...]
Rub-a-Dub-Dub, Scrub those Hands!
Posted in 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade on April 19, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This week students discussed the importance of frequent handwashing in helping them stay healthy. Students learned that germs (mostly bacteria and viruses) are microscopic creatures that live everywhere – in the air, on the floor, on food, in water, etc. – and some germs can make people very ill if they find a way inside [...]
Posted in Polls & Surveys on April 13, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
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