Bunny Rabbit From a Toilet Paper Roll!

It rained all day today, and I needed to do something to keep my toddler busy.  Using a toilet paper roll and a little creativity, we created a fun project that kept him busy and amused!

Simply paint a toilet paper roll; cut out construction paper for ears, eyes and nose; and glue a cotton ball to the back!

Egg Carton Caterpillar

Turn an egg carton into a cute caterpillar with a little paint, and a little construction paper!  This was a  great activity to do on a rainy afternoon!

Simply Cut a row from the egg carton

 Paint it

 Cut Strips of construction paper for legs

Make some eyes using construction paper and a glue stick and glue on the front.  

Once dry,  Turn the caterpillar over and glue strips into the inside of the egg carton and then crease slightly

Done!  A Cute little caterpillar!

My son was so proud of his little creation!

Superfood Packed Pancakes with Blueberries, Banana, and Spinach!

I know what you are thinking… Spinach in my pancakes??  At least that is what I thought, until I tried these!  You do not even taste the spinach!  The blueberries and banana sweeten them up, along with a touch of vanilla extract and some agave nectar.  
These superfood packed pancakes have just the right amount of sweetness, are packed with antioxidants, and are high in potassium, iron, vitamin C, and Vitamin K! 
What a great and healthy way to start the day! 

Ingredients

1 cup raw spinach
1 banana
1/2 cup blueberries (or more depending on your taste)
1 cup vanilla almond milk
1 tablespoon agave nectar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg
1 1/4 cups whole wheat flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon


Directions

1. Put Spinach, banana, blueberries, almond milk, agave nectar, and vanilla extract into blender and Puree. My little buddy loves to help mommy put all the ingredients in! :0)

2. Pour mixture into a bowl and add in egg

3. In a separate bowl, mix together the dry ingredients

4. Once dry ingredients are combined, pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and which together until well combined

5. Heat pan to medium heat and spray with olive oil.  Add 1/4 cup of batter at a time (use your measuring cup for a perfect size).  Cook until you see them bubbling a bit and then flip!  Continue cooking until they are a delicious golden brown.  

Serve with a drizzle of agave nectar, honey, or syrup.  Delish!!