Party Time

There always seems to be a party going on at our elementary schools. Between all the holidays and birthdays there is enough sugar being distributed to fuel a lifetime. While many schools have taken steps to provide healthier lunches, classroom parties become an excuse to pile on the calories. I believe that as teachers, we need to set a good example for our students at all times. A classroom party is an excellent opportunity to show students how to eat healthy and have a good time doing so. Instead of serving cake, candy, ice cream and brownies we could show our students how to prepare fruit salad, veggies with dip or fruit kabobs with yogurt dip. The fun thing about fruits and vegetables are how colorful they are. Allow the students to get creative by arranging fruits or vegetables on a platter in a funky design or even a simple design like making a face. The most important part is to just have fun while showing kids healthy eating habits.