VALENTINE SMOOTHIE PARTY! INSTEAD OF HOSTING A TRADITIONAL SWEETS/TREATS PARTY THIS YEAR, CONSIDER DOING THE SMOOTHIE PARTY. THIS CAN BE INCORPORATED INTO THE SCIENCE/HEALTH CURRICULUM AS IT FOCUSES ON THE MYPLATE AND PYRAMID MESSAGES: 1.) GETTING YOUR DAIRY TODAY; 2.) FOCUS ON FRUITS. 2 BLENDERS ARE AVAILABLE FOR YOUR SCHOOL-­‐SEE YOUR PRINCIPAL FOR ACCESS IN CLASSROOM. HAVE THE STUDENTS BRING IN RECIPE INGREDIENTS RATHER THAN BRINGING IN CANDY/TREATS-­‐SEE ATTACHED LETTER TO SEND HOME TO PARENTS! PLEASE SEND LETTER ON SCHOOL LETTERHEAD AND EDIT AS NEEDED. MATERIALS NEEDED: SUGGEST 2 BLENDERS FOR CLASSROOM OF 25-­‐35 PAPER CUPS, 4-­‐6 OZ FRUIT, YOGURT, ETC PER RECIPES CHOSEN TEACHER SUMMARY SHEET-­‐EMAIL KERRI KNIPPEN IF NEEDED [email protected] Key Notes: Dairy: This lesson will demonstrate how kids can use dairy in smoothie recipes-­‐great option for snacks and breakfasts on the go! 3 servings of dairy recommended per day Aim to have a dairy rich food with each meal Choose low fat or nonfat dairy products Dairy includes calcium which supports bone health, development, and growth, and teeth health Dairy options: Low fat/skim milk (flavored milk is okay too—try sugar free cocoa powder if needed!) Low fat yogurt, plain or flavored Low fat cheese products Cottage cheese Ice Cream, frozen yogurt Discuss the difference between whole milk, 2%, 1%, and skim is the fat content Each still provides the nutrients needed like calcium, vitamin A, riboflavin (B2), and vitamin D Serving sizes range from ¼ c with cheese, 6-­‐8 oz yogurt, 1 c milk Use the MyPlate Graphic to reinforce how much dairy should be on the student’s plate at meals-­‐note the side icon for dairy. Low fat milk and yogurt are GO foods! Which means they should be eaten everyday and often! Fruit: This lesson will demonstrate how to use fruit in smoothie recipes and reinforce the different types of fruit available; encourage taste testing of all fruits by the children! Discuss the benefits of fruit as noted below. School aged children should choose fruit at least 2-­‐3 times per day for a total of approximately 1.5 c per day; Serving size ½ c – ¾ c in many cases. Go easy on fruit juices! If you do choose fruit juice, reinforce the need for it to be 100% fruit juice. Things like punch and capri sun are not 100% fruit juice. Consider the size of a tennis ball—comparable to what serving size fruit should be. The more colorful the fruit the more powerful it is for the body-­‐the deeply colored fruits contain a compound called phytochemicals-­‐which help FIGHT diseases like cancer, heart disease, and diabetes Examples of fruits rich in phytochemicals: apples, berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries), grapes, papaya, tangerines, cantaloupe, etc. The fiber on fruit (skin and seeds) has many benefits-­‐leave the peel on your apple! Use the MyPlate Graphic to reinforce how much fruit should be on the student’s plate at meals. All fruits are GO foods! Which means they should be eaten everyday and often! RECIPES: Berry “Sweet” Smoothie: Serves 35 8 ¾ cup Milk, low fat (1%)/nonfat/skim
4 ½ cup Yogurt, vanilla, nonfat (or your choice of flavor)
4 ½ cup orange juice (or apricot nectar, or pink grapefruit cocktail)
8 ¾ cup Blueberries, fresh, or frozen (you can use strawberries or raspberries as
an alternate—will have a pink hue then)
9 Banana, medium, fresh, ripe
Blend all ingredients in blender with puree option until smooth, pour into 4-6 oz paper cups and serve! Remember
any leftovers can be frozen in ice cube trays for popsicles later!
Raspberry Lemon “Cutie Pie” Smoothies Serves 25 Serving size: 1 c 9 ½ cup Raspberries, fresh (or frozen) 9 ½ cup frozen low fat whipped topping, thaw 6 ½ cup low fat lemon yogurt 1. Place the raspberries, whipped topping, and yogurt in a blender. 2. Put in enough ice cubes so that the liquid reaches the 4 cup level. 3. Blend until it becomes a smooth consistency. Additional Information To make strawberry or blueberry smoothie use strawberries or blueberries instead of raspberries. For class demos, recommend serving only 4-­‐6 oz-­‐please make note the nutrient information is provided for 1c (math skills*) Pineapple Pear Frosty Serves 25 Serving Size: 1 c 80 oz (10 c) Pineapple, crushed, canned, with water 80 oz (10 c) Pears, slices, light, with extra light syrup, canned , drained 5 cup plain nonfat yogurt 2 ½ cup SPLENDA® No Calorie Sweetener, granulated 2 1/2tsp vanilla extract 1. Place pineapple and pears in freezer for 20 minutes or until frozen. 2. Process frozen pineapple and pears and remaining ingredients in a blender on low speed until smooth (blender will be full), stopping frequently to scrape sides down. For class demos, recommend serving only 4-­‐6 oz-­‐please make note the nutrient information is provided for 1c (math skills*) You may want to cut this recipe in half* Raspberry Chocolate Frosty Serves 25 Serve 4-­‐6 oz 6 ¼ pint Frozen Yogurt, chocolate, low fat 3 ¼ cup low fat/skim milk 3 ¼ cup fresh or frozen raspberries ¼ c tbsp strawberry syrup, reduced sugar if available In food processor or blender, frozen yogurt, milk, raspberries and raspberry syrup until smooth. Nutrient Facts Not Available* TEAM NUTRITION HEALTHIER US SCHOOL CHALLENGE ACTIVITY SUMMARY SCHOOL NAME: EMAIL: EMAIL: SCHOOL ADDRESS: TEACHER NAME: PRINCIPAL NAME: COURSE/CLASS TAUGHT: GRADE LEVEL: LESSON TITLE: LESSON DATE(S): THIS LESSON INCLUDED INFORMATION ON (PLEASE MARK THOSE THAT APPLY) □
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NUTRITION PHYSICAL ACTIVITY BOTH OF THE ABOVE OTHER-­‐-­‐-­‐-­‐LEASE DESCRIBE_________________________________________________________ DESCRIBE LESSON BRIEFLY; WHAT MATERIALS USED; LENGTH OF TIME ON ACTIVITY; PLEASE HIGHLIGHT NUTRITION/PHYSICAL ACTIVITY MESSAGES REINFORCED— DESCRIBE STUDENT REPSONSES AND OVERALL FEEDBACK. WOULD YOU MAKE ANY CHANGES NEXT TIME? THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME-­‐PLEASE EMAIL TO KERRI KNIPPEN, HUSSC COORDINATOR, [email protected] Dear Parent, This year for ____________________ class, we have decided to plan a smoothie party instead of the traditional Valentine’s day party treats and sweets. We will still be celebrating however we will be sampling yummy smoothies. We were fortunate enough to receive two high quality blenders from Whirlpool Corporation, Findlay Ohio, to complete this activity and others. This activity will also help our school in the challenge of applying for the Healthier US School Challenge, which is a federal program for nutrition and physical activity, part of First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move Campaign. This challenge has certain requirements in relation to school foodservice, physical activity, and nutrition education for students, parents, and the community. The smoothie party is one way we can achieve our goals in order to apply for at least a Bronze Level of achievement this year. Please send with your child ______________________________________ the following item for ________________________________ class on _____________________________. Item: _______________________________ Quantity: _____________________________ If you are unable to send this item please let me know. Please feel free to ask any questions! Recipes will be sent home with your child so you can try these yummy treats later yourself! Kind regards,