Child Nutrition Program, Inc.

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🍌 🥣 Banana Oatmeal 🥣 🍌

Simple yet satisfying! Adding fruit to oatmeal makes it taste much better, adds color, and adds to its nutritional punch!

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Try this super cute, summer inspired craft activity!

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🥥 Coconut 🥥

A fruit that keeps on giving! You can drink it and/or eat it, all having numerous benefits for you! Coconuts are considered a super food 💪🏼 and can aid in the fight against various illness and diseases.

Coconuts are believed to have originated in the coastal regions of Southeast Asia. They were then spread around the world by humans and animals alike. They come in a wide range of varieties with Indonesia being the top producer followed by the Philippines.

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🍎 🍐 Fruit & Nut Butter Pita Pocket 🥜 🫓

Feel free to swap the fruit and/or nut butter to meet allergies or food preferences! A quick, yet delicious meal many kids will love!

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Try this super easy, minimal required supplies activity that kids will love; a hopscotch competition! Everyone can design their own, explore others’ creations, and have a friendly competition!

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Today we are celebrating an ancient grain that really packs a nutritional punch! 🥊

🌾 Teff 🌾

Teff originated in what is today Ethiopia and Eritrea. It has been a staple and vital crop for thousands of years. It has been recognized as one of the healthiest grains in the world!

The nutritional content and overall health benefits of Teff is astounding. Give it a try with your next meal!

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🫘 🧀 🌶️ Enfrijoladas 🌶️🧀🫘

Who doesn’t love cheese, beans, and tortillas?! Try this delicious recipe ASAP! The spice level can easily be adjusted so no worries there. Enjoy!

Happy Enrichment Monday!!

Today’s idea is and what a fun activity it is! It can be modified to fit the age and abilities of all kids. Used recycled materials if resources are limited. Enjoy!

Jackfruit originated from Southeast Asia but has since hit the global market! It’s incredibly nutritious and when cooked with other foods, it absorbs their flavors. It can be pulled apart like pulled pork, making it a popular vegan and vegetarian food item.

Try this unique fruit when you get the chance! It has a mild sweetness and nuttiness flavor that makes it an easy try!

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🍍 🍑 🍊 Sunshine Smoothie 🍍 🍑 🍊

Give this refreshing beverage a try!! Perfect for Spring and Summer ☀️.

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This weekend is Mother’s Day! This week’s enrichment includes creating personalized Mother’s Day cards. You can even take your children outside to find inspiration and maybe even pick some flowers while you’re at it! The kids will love it!

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Today we are highlighting curry. Now curry comes in many varieties and each version has unique benefits. But overall, due to the blend of important spices, curry is VERY beneficial to your overall health!! Try a blend that works for you and your kids. Not every blend is intense or super spicy, do some research and find one that you like!