Tips for Classroom Holidays this week!

Healthy Holiday Treat Ideas for Classroom Parties

Believe it or not, winter parties for the preschool and elementary crowd can be fun AND healthy. Memorial’s LiveWell Blog offers great suggestions on how we can move away from the “icing sugar cookies” station, candy canes and gingerbread houses. Instead, offer nutritious alternatives that will tickle their taste buds.

Christina Rollins, nutritionist and director of Memorial Medical Center’s Food and Nutrition Services department, offers these tips for festive and fun holiday party treats for kids.

1. Kid-friendly “cocktails”
2. Naturally sweet fruit dishes.
3. Raw vegetables or pita chips with homemade hummus.
4. Pretzels, granola bars and dried fruit

Read more details and see some inspiring recipes for your child’s next classroom party: livewellmagazine.org

2014 Winter Classroom Party Ideas from SpringfieldMoms

Our annual tradition – advice on winter class parties: a long list of fun activities, including games, crafts and snacks!

Check out our Pinterest board for more ideas!

Tips for the Best Gifts for Teachers – from SpringfieldMoms

Read advice here — what teachers like, and what gifts are overdone.