Hi everyone it’s Libby the Ladybug again! Today was poultry day on the farm and the peppers got the chance to learn all about and meet some of their feathered friends.
The Orange and Red Peppers got the chance to let the chicken roost on their hand
They learned about what chickens ate, how to tell what color egg they will lay, and about different parts of eggs.
Ms. Mandy shows the Orange and Red Peppers what chickens eat
While the Red and Orange Peppers were at their chicken session the Green Peppers were in the kitchen with Ms. Kayla. Today they made scrambled eggs in a pan. The Peppers gobbled them up and were soon asking for seconds!
Ms. Rachel serves more eggs to the hungry Green Peppers
The Yellow Peppers were having just as much fun out in the barn feeding milk to the baby goats. Everyone was so good about sharing the bottles with other Peppers so no one missed out on the fun!
Some Yellow Peppers feed the goats while the rest of the group checks out the other animals
After the Yellow Peppers fed the goats, the Green Peppers came in to milk the goat.
The Green Peppers learned how to milk the goat then got to play with her when they were done
The Orange Peppers started their afternoon with a hike in the woods. They learned about bugs and how the roots gives water to the leaves of the trees.
A Yellow Pepper reads about the trail before the hike
The Peppers had so much fun exploring the woods!
The Peppers pointed out bugs to each other and some Peppers even tried to touch them!
Then it was on to nest building! The Peppers made nests to cushion their eggs from a drop. They used the knowledge they learned in their earlier session about chickens to help make the best nests to protect their eggs.
Mr. Geoff drops the Pepper’s nest to test if they made a successful nest. The egg didn’t break!
In the afternoon garden kitchen the Peppers made yogurt parfaits. They crushed up granola and chopped their strawberries to make their easy, healthy snack.
A Red Pepper helps prepare the strawberries for their parfait
The Peppers said that this was an easy snack that they would love to make at home!
The Red Peppers enjoy their snack they each prepared themselves
What a busy day at camp! I look forward to seeing you all tomorrow!
Libby the Ladybug
Mini Omelets
Makes 12
6 eggs
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1/4 cup cream
1/4 cup water
1/2 cup broccoli
1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
1/2 cup spinach
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon each seasoned salt & pepper
*Preheat oven to 350 F. Coat a 12 cup muffin pan generously with cooking spray.
*Beat eggs, cream, water, salt and pepper in medium bowl until blended. Stir in cheese, broccoli, mushrooms, bell pepper and onion until well mixed. Spoon evenly into the muffin tin.
*Bake until just set, about 20-22 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before removing and serving.
*Tip: Bake muffin frittatas the night before and refrigerate. Quickly warm up in the microwave in the morning.
Yogurt Parfait Bar
1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
1 cup low-fat strawberry yogurt
1 cup chopped strawberries
1 cup blueberries
1 cup raspberries
2 cups plain rolled oats
1 cup whole grain cereal (Go Lean Crunch)
-Serving spoons
-Serving bowls
-clear cups for the kids
-spoons for the kids
After Care Recipe
Grape Salad
2 lbs seedless green grapes
2 lbs seedless red grapes
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
8 oz sour cream
1/2 cup white sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 TBSp brown sugar*
1 cup granola
Directions:
Wash and dry the grapes.
In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, and vanilla.
Add the grapes, mix until evenly incorporated.
Sprinkle with brown sugar and pecans, mix again, refrigerate until serving.
Top with granola right before serving.