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May 18 - Newsletter

Parents Canada
Parents Canada

May 18, 2023

THE SNACKTIVITY:

Homemade Bannock

Whether you’re off to a cabin, cottage, hunt camp, trailer, tent or your own backyard this Victoria Day weekend, this easy bannock is a hit with kids and transports like a dream (hence the enduring recipe!)

I KNEAD THIS

THE READ:

Is Full-Day Kindergarten Too Much For Four-Year-Olds?

Junior kindergarten orientations are now underway, which can bring up all kinds of feelings for both parents and kids. Here, two parents and one expert weigh-in on the pros and cons of all-day JK.

UNBREAK MY HEART

THE EASY DINNER:

Grilled Steak with Chimichurri

Take a break from BBQ sauce and try this bright and zesty chimichurri, a simple combo of fresh herbs and a few other ingredients whizzed together in a food processor. Even if your kids won’t eat it, it’s still fun to say “chimichurri.”

RAISE YOUR STEAKS

THE LIST:

5 Picture Books To Build Compassion in the Lunchroom (and Beyond)

Children of immigrant families can develop complicated feelings about what goes into their school lunchboxes, so why not teach all kids to celebrate the delicious differences they may see and smell at lunchtime? Here are five kids’ books all about tasty cuisines from across the globe.

NICE LUNCH

THE RESOURCE:

6 surprisingly good dollar store tech items for under $5

Not all tech accessories come with inflated price tags—if you know where to look! Our tech expert found six great gadget finds at dollar store retailers, from smartphone mounts to cable extensions.

GEAR UP

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