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Bring holiday cheer to snack time with a festive fruit candy cane!

By making healthy foods fun and appealing, you help build balanced eating habits. It’s as simple as alternating banana and strawberry slices on a plate for a colorful, nutritious treat that’s fun to make together! Remember, slicing should be done by adults only to ensure knife safety. This activity is a wonderful way for little hands to boost fine motor skills and teach patterns, nurturing more than just healthy habits—it fosters communication, sharing, and creativity. Your child will light up with delight at their edible art, building confidence in the kitchen!

Ingredients:

– Banana

– Strawberries

– Knife

– Cutting board

– Plate

Directions:

1. Chop up half a banana and 2-3 strawberries.

2. Arrange them on a plate in a striped pattern to create your own fruit candy cane!