This week's theme is one you probably haven't spent much time thinking about: Food Wars! If you put two foods in a matchup, who would "win?" Peanut butter or jelly? Bacon or eggs? Bread or butter? In our programs, we'll read stories that center around food matchups, do some hands-on experiments, make some creative projects, and play some games. Be sure to pick your favorite food and see if they come out on top!
#READ: Snack Attack! By Terry Border
Although warned of the dangers lurking outside their packages, Cookie, Pretzel, and Cheese Doodle venture into the kitchen for fun but soon discover that Monster Kids are real.
#PLAY: Food Pair Matchup
Test your knowledge on foods that often go together! Choose the words from the list below to complete the food pairings. Use each answer once.
Example: burger and fries
- Bacon and _____
- Pork and _____
- Macaroni and _____
- Spaghetti and _____
- Chips and _____
- Ketchup and _____
- Soup and _____
- Cheese and _____
- Potatoes and _____
- Cake and _____
Gravy • Beans • Mustard • Salad • Ice Cream • Salsa • Eggs • Cheese • Crackers • Meatballs
#EXPLORE: Pancakes vs. French Toast
A popular book series by Josh Funk puts everyday foods in contests in the fridge. One is Lady Pancake & Sir French Toast (which is featured this week in Jr. Scientists for ages 5-8, please come join us!).
For a fun weekend breakfast challenge, help a grownup make your favorite recipes for pancakes and French toast, and see which one comes out the winner! Or...will it be...waffles? Hmmm...
If you need some inspiration, check out My First Cookbook by America's Test Kitchen; it has simple, kid-friendly recipes for both pancakes and French toast.
#JOIN: Attend a program virtually or in person!
For virtual programs, registration is required to receive the Zoom link; use the links below to register and find out more details about the programs, including days, times, and needed supplies.
For in person programs, registration is required; if space allows, walk-ins will be admitted. Use the links below to register and find out more details about the programs, including locations, days, and times.
Jr. Scientists
If your child is into science, technology, engineering and math (or if they would like to be), this is the time for them to shine. Read or talk through a STEM book with us and then we’ll do a STEM-based activity together.
This program is similar to the in-person Jr. Scientists program, but is held earlier in the day for families with flexible learning schedules.
Jr. Artists
Does your child learn best with paint, paper, popsicle sticks and glue? Add in a book and some games and you’ve got the perfect program for your young artist. Get ready to dive into an imaginative adventure with this week’s book, then create along with us as we build a masterpiece!
This program is similar to the in-person Jr. Artists program, but is held earlier in the day for families with flexible learning schedules.
Story Journeys
Does your child light up when they really connect to a story? Story Journeys brings picture books to life with drama activities and non-fiction connections. Come read with us as we explore stories of the animal kingdom and make literacy connections.
