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Hello again! I've just found the best thing in the world!... Pinterest!!! I guess I've been under a rock or something because I found it a week ago and I've been obsessed with it ever since! I am going to try to spruce up my page! I've look at other blogs similar to mine and i need so MAJOR  reconstructive surgery! So stay tuned still!!!! My new and realistic goal is to update the blog with a new post at least once a month!! Hopefully once I have this thing down, it will be more frequently!

Allow me to Re-Introduce Myself

Hello Again!!!

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It has been so very long since I have took the time to write on here! For those of you who have just decided to tune in to my blog, HI!!!! I'm Carmin, lover of children and food.  I have rediscovered my passion for children, and food all over again! I am hoping through much research, hands-on exploration, and a driving force that I can grab your interest this coming fall season. I am obsessed with the Autumn, and I believe this is the perfect time for your family to get going and interact with your children in the kitchen! As my profile has stated, I am a continued learner so I encourage all CONSTRUCTIVE feedback. I am very new at this, but I am determined that my passion will guide me on this adventure.



So please continue to check in with me as I assure you I will be frequently updating with new recipes that I will be using my son as the guinea pig on how to incorporate your little scientist in the lab of discovery with food.

'Tis the Season!

I am absolutely in LOVE with the holiday season! Time with the ones you love make this season all the more special! The red and orange leaves that fall from the trees create such a beautiful scenery for people to explore nature and different recipes at home. My son has repeatedly told me "mommy I want pumpkin pie", so that is my next task, teaching myself how to make it and having him help me in the process. But during Halloween, is when Amarri (my son) and I had our first real experience in the kitchen together.  I lucked up on some pumpkin spice marshmallows! They were shaped up as little pumpkins and were just adorable! Mari and me decided to make some rice crispy treats using the marshmallows I bought. The recipe for rice crispy treats are very easy and if you are hesitate to start bringing your child into the kitchen, this recipe is perfect for breaking that ice.

Creative Curriculum

1.   Social/Emotional Development: I-1. Demonstrates appropriate trust in adults.

2.   Physical Development: II-19 Controls small muscles in hands.

3.   Cognitive Development: II-28 Compares/measures.

4.   Language Development: I-42 Ask Questions.

Keep in mind that they are learning while you have them in the kitchen. They learn how to measure and balance which is a part of math and science. They learn to count(how many cups to use). They can learn how to be creative, and they learn how to explore their senses. Below is a picture of our final product and the recipe for this simple and low fat and calorie (double bonus!) treat!

Rice Crispy Treat

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons butter or margarine
• 1 package (10 oz., about 40) marshmallows (there are so many different flavors of marshmallows! Get creative with the one you choose!)
• - or -
• 4 cups miniature marshmallows
• 6 cups rice crisp cereal ( I used Kellogg's Rice Krispies)

Directions

1. In large saucepan melt butter over low heat. Add marshmallows and stir until completely melted. Remove from heat.

2. Add  rice crisp cereal. Stir until well coated.

3. Using buttered spatula or wax paper evenly press mixture into 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan coated with cooking spray. Cool. Cut into 2-inch squares. Best if served the same day.

HELLO!!!!!

As an introductory, I'm doing this for a class I am currently in, but as I play around with different templates, and even my ideas for this blog, I'm finding myself loving this already!!

                                                                      A Little About Me  

I LOVE cooking! Mostly baking but I enjoy it so much. I have a three year old who is wise beyond his years. Whenever possible, I try to cook with him, and have him independently explore different food and textures.  As a Early Childhood Educator, giving my son the opportunity to cook allows him to be creative, to learn how to measure, to explore his senses, and to practice listening and following directions.

                                                                             My Purpose 
My purpose for this blog is to share ideas and different recipes that allow children to be involved.  I want to discuss how cooking allows the children to develop appropriately in most, if not all of required development f areas based off of the Creative Curriculum Spectrum.  Please join me in this journey and adventure!