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This is our team as of now! Just like a mom takes on many roles as a chauffeur, a cook, a teacher,... the list goes on, I too take on many roles for this passion project. I do hope to grow this into a bigger team of varying faces, other than my own. Follow along and stay tuned to see what becomes of this!

Art Director/ Activity Specialist

Mama T

Mom of Three

our life, in progress

What in the world are Apple Nachos?

I'm glad you asked... Apple Nachos Base Just like any form of nachos, there is a base and then toppings Sliced apples Toppings Nut (or allergy friendly) butter of choice, now you want this to sort of drizzle onto the sliced apples so I would recommend putting a tablespoon or more - depending how many kids or adults.. you are planning to feed - into the microwave for about 20 seconds. - we use Kirkland Organic Creamy Peanut Butter which requires refrigeration after opening a

2 days ago1 min read

Snack Plates for Toddlers & Kids

My kids looove a snack, as I'm sure many of yours do! A snack plate is a way for me to bring a little whimsy into our nutrition. Sure, we have a bagged snack once in a while but for us, the daily "Mama, can we have a snaaaack??" has become "Mama, can we have a snack plate please?" Haha it feels like a much more civilized back and forth. What do I add to said snack plate? Depending on what we have will determine this, but that's the fun part Pick a staple FAV - mini chocolate

2 days ago2 min read

Dirt Pudding! (with cleaner ingredients)

OMG! Do you remember having dirt pudding cups with crushed Oreo dirt and gummy worms on top?? I recently had the opportunity to make this for my kids and our homeschool group. Our theme for the week was MUD and we always do a sort of potluck when we meet up - since we all have hungry toddlers and we love variety. I was immediately taken over by the nostalgia of dirt pudding! I knew right off the batt that I would try making this from scratch and with the cleanest ingredients

Apr 163 min read

summertime reusable indoor learning activity

Does it feel like summer is on its way where you live, or has it begun? Los Angeles is already bringing that heat. It's getting to be HOT outside. I am all for outdoor time and activities, but those days when the cool morning is taken over in a boil - we need indoor activities. This idea is derived from a Montessori "work," which is usually an activity that is chosen by the child. Typically I have seen this done in a shallow box or tray full of sand and a letter or shape to c

Mar 302 min read