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Life moves quickly even before your little one arrives!

Having a place where you can gather information, find activities, and connect to resources instantly is vital! Here you can gain all that and more on some key areas that impact your infant and toddlers brain development and growth; pregnancy, play, nutrition, love & attachment and school readiness. See below to learn more!

Special Report – How Life Coaching for Kids is Transforming Children’s Lives Around the World

A degree in business analytics looks different in today’s world than it did a decade ago. In its most current application, business analytics uses modern data science and capabilities in machine learning (ML). The magic comes into play when these are leveraged for strategic planning.

Lunch boxes are perhaps the most challenging meals we prepare for our children. Finding lunch options that are delicious, nutritious, and easy for children to eat by themselves – can be a tedious task. We have listed some fresh lunch ideas that will help brighten up the little box of joy you make for your children and ensure an empty lunch box at the end of the day!

Tips for Packing School Lunches

1. Plan Your Lunchbox– Set aside a few minutes every evening to plan your school lunch and prep as much as possible. It will save cooking time in the morning and make the process easier. You could prepare dosa batter, stuffing for paratha, or knead the chapati dough to prepare.

2. Involve Your Children in Lunchbox Planning – Involving children in planning the lunchbox can help them feel enthusiastic about their school lunch. Ask them to choose from a list of healthy options and allow them to chop fruits and vegetables.

3. Bento Box – A bento box is a steel lunch box with several compartments. You can pack the main entrée for the school lunch and snacks like nuts, fruits, or sweets. Bento boxes have sections for condiments like sauces and chutneys, too. They make the lunch look colorful and appetizing – making your child smile as soon as they open their lunch!

4. Thermos – If your child enjoys hot soups, noodles, or pasta – pack them in a thermos to keep them warm. This idea is beneficial in the cold weather. Your children may find a thermos of warm soup comforting on a cold winter day.

5. Balanced Meal – To ensure that your children get all the nutrients they need, pack a variety of foods to balance the meal. Besides, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains include healthy snacks like nuts, nutrition bars, and sweet treats.

Healthy Lunch Box Recipes for Children

1. Spinach Corn Sandwich + Orange + Almonds or Pistachios – Spinach and corn make a lovely combination for sandwich stuffing. It is full of nutrients like iron, calcium, and vitamins. Orange slices are great for lunchboxes as they stay fresh for long. Add nuts like almonds or pistachios for various tastes and added nutrients.

2. Vegetable Rolls – Vegetable rolls are nutritious and easy to prepare. Choose vegetables your child enjoys and add some delicious sauces to elevate the taste. If you know how to make jowar roti, use it as a healthy alternative to tortillas or parathas made from refined flour.

3. Jowar Roti Pizza – Leftover jowar roti makes for a lovely pizza base the following day. Add healthy toppings like vegetables, low-fat cheese, and homemade tomato sauce. Traditional pizza is considered unhealthy due to the refined flour base. Jowar roti is gluten-free and nutritious for your children.

4. Besan Chilla – A popular breakfast item in north India, the besan chilla is also a good option for school lunches. It stays fresh, soft, and edible for hours and is yummy. Make your chilla healthy by adding grated carrots, finely chopped bell peppers and red onions.

5. Chapati Noodles + Makhana Raita + Pomegranate – Use leftover rotis to make delicious chapati noodles with flavorful Asian sauces and colorful vegetables. Makhanas or foxnuts are super healthy and tasty with yoghurt. And pomegranate adds a fruity freshness twist to this wholesome lunchbox.

6. Corn Cutlets – Add corn and other vegetables to make healthy cutlets. Instead of frying them in oil, use an air fryer or bake them in an oven. Corn cutlets are an excellent combination of health and taste. Remember to give a delicious chutney or sauce to eat with the cutlets.

7. Rajma Chawal + Yoghurt with Chia Seeds + Orange – Rajma chawal is a delicious and nutritious meal enjoyed across India. The best thing about rajma and rice is that they are rich in healthy carbohydrates and proteins while tasting delicious. Add another dose of protein with chia seeds in yoghurt, and for dessert, go for fresh orange slices to offset the spicy taste of rajma.

8. Butternut Squash Pasta + Dry Grapes + Orange – Butternut squash is a nutritious and delicious vegetable that all children enjoy. Use fresh butternut squash to make a delightful sauce, and add freshly boiled pasta. You can use tricolor pasta to make it look even more colorful and fun for your child. Dry grapes work well as a dessert, and oranges are the best choice of fruit.

Lunch boxes are more than just food; they are an extension of your love and care for your children while they learn at school. Everyone wants their children to enjoy their lunch daily, but coming up with innovative ideas every day can be cumbersome. We hope you try some of the recipes mentioned above, and if you have any unique lunch box ideas that your kids love – share them with us, too!

Love chess or want to learn? A former chess champion, I've spent the last 25 years teaching all ages both privately and in schools, including special needs schools, and online for all ages. Try a 15 minute lesson for free.

Calling all little explorers: come to Tinkergarten for inspired play and try out our classes! Join me Monday, March 29 at 10:30am or Saturday, April 3 at 9:30am on Zoom for songs, movement, animal facts, and play! All you'll need are materials you already have in your kitchen: dish soap, water, a bowl, whisk, and straw. The class is geared towards kids ages 2-5; siblings welcome. Sign up today or find another complimentary session that works for you at tinkergarten.com/leaders/elizabeth.king 

At Snapology, we understand that the closure of schools can be challenging for students and parents, so we are taking our popular Snapology STEAM classes, play dates, and parties online! We have adapted our curriculum so that your child can make their screen time count with engaging and entertaining STEAM enrichment.

Learn the basic principles of coding using Scratch, start using events, coordinates and sprites, and create your own programs using code blocks.

Scratch programming is a visual programming language in which one have to drag and drop blocks of code and attach them in a way that connects a jigsaw puzzle. It can be used online or offline on the system.

Session Highlights:

• Stem.org accredited certificate
• Live 1:1 class with Coding Instructor
• Learn the foundation of Computer Science 
• Develop creative thinking to solve the problems
• Improve analytical thinking while creating your projects on Scratch
• Create engaging games, animation & apps with block based programming

Chess is for everyone! Creative and math types, kids or adults, whatever your age or level, come learn in a group or private in person or online class. In person classes available at certain times in Spring Hill, Columbia, Lawrenceburg, Franklin at selected time only.

We offer a wide variety of virtual classes for ages 3-18. 

Want to keep your child entertained and learning during this unexpected out of school time? Then these 3 to 4 minute videos are for you! HealthStart Foundation is sharing from our award-winning Snack Science Workshop series. HealthStart’s Snack Science series teaches young children how their brain, bones, circulatory system, muscles and digestion work and how to keep them healthy.

Our Snack Science videos use science experiments, fun, healthy snack “art”, songs, fitness activities, and more to keep your children healthy, happy, and learning!

Subscribe to our Youtube channel at www.youtube.com/snackscience to stay up to date with our newest videos and additional FREE resources.

Upcoming Schedule:

Tuesday, May 12th - Muscle that Always Move: Stomach
Thursday, May 14th - Muscles You Move
Tuesday, May 19th - Building Muscles
Thursday, May 21st - The Zax (Storytime)
Tuesday, May 26th - Apple Sandwich
Thursday, May 28th - Down In The Mouth: Your Teeth
Tuesday, June 2nd - Spit and Other Liquids: Your Stomach
Thursday, June 4th - The Long & Short of It: Your Intestine
Tuesday, June 9th - Mabel The Tooth Fairy (storytime)
Thursday, June 11th - Watermelon Pizza Snack

Piggy Ride offers live classes for kids based on their age, skill level, and interests. You can enroll your child in a range of kids classes including dance, music, yoga, and a number of other activities. Our platform connects you with qualified teachers and tutors in a variety of subjects. Let's dive into the excellent video tutorials for excellent learning. PiggyRide is a leading destination for providing your kids with quality online training on specific skills with fun and creativity.

We teach important life and social skills by empowering young people through the art of magic. $100-$250