Hello families! We are transitioning into fall with the scent of pumpkin spice everywhere. This month we focus on pumpkins; their goodness, their tastiness, their varieties, and the simple joys! Come join me on this pumpkin-learning adventure. Nutritional Value of…
World Food Day has been celebrated on October 16th since 1979. Each year the United Nations chooses a topic to highlight, educate, and/or celebrate. This year they are celebrating via action: “Our actions are our future – Better production, better nutrition,…
Hi Everyone, how was your summer? Summer isn’t over, but it is time to adjust as children go back to school and schedules, lots of them, are making an appearance. This blog will provide tips to make mealtime less stressful,…
Whether your child is returning to school in person or virtually this fall, snacks are an important part of their learning. Prepackaged snacks can be costly and are higher in fat and sodium providing very few vitamins and minerals. This…
Wondering what to do? Where to go? Read on! We’ve got all kinds of activities for the whole family. Whether you want to go hiking, hit a rail trail for a bike ride, or explore some of Massachusett’s amazing state…
Peaches, the fuzzy fruit that just screams summertime! Its juicy flesh satisfies the parched palate and checks off all the nutritional needs of our bodies. With many varieties to choose from, you can find one that matches your taste for…
Welcome to Summer, Families! Summer brings longer days, warmer weather, and outside activities. With children out of school and parents juggling work and child care or keeping the children busy at home, days are filled with endless activities and decisions. …
It’s July and, if you’re like me, warm weather means more than sunny days; it’s time for farmers’ markets! Farmers’ Markets give us the opportunity to purchase fresh and delicious fruit and vegetables grown right in Massachusetts. Read on to find…
Hard to believe MyPlate is turning 10. We would like to take some time to look back on the past ten years and then look at what we can do to celebrate MyPlate’s birthday. MyPlate was developed in 2011 when…
Going to the Farmers’ Market with Children Hey, families! The state of Massachusetts is open for business-all business! This includes most local farmers’ markets! A trip to the farmers’ market with your children is a nutritional learning experience, a fruit…