Celebrate Summer With a Kid’s Water Obstacle Course

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It’s gotten super warm here in the last couple days. With Memorial Day coming up in just a few days, school will be out before you know it! Woot! I think it’s time to celebrate summer! If you have a summer party coming up, or if you’re just looking for a fun way to keep [...]

Snap!™ Crackle!™ Pop!™ Candy-Coated Bananas

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I have a really fun late summer treat for you today, courtesy of one of my favorite cereals, Rice Krispies. Don’t tell the kids, but it’s healthy too! You can make these ahead of time for a late summer or fall birthday party. They would also make a fun after school snack! Snap!™ Crackle!™ Pop!™ [...]

Butterflies and Caterpillars Birthday Party: Butterfly and Caterpillar Rice Krispy Treats

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I want to focus on some ideas for a butterflies and caterpillars birthday party for the next week or so, first up I have a couple recipes for some fun Rice Krispy Treats that would be a hit at any child’s birthday party. First up the Butterflies: Kellogg’s® Rice Krispies Treats® Butterflies Preparation Time: 20 [...]

Summer or Pool Party Snack Idea

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If you’re planning a summer birthday party in the back yard, or in the pool, here is a yummy (and nutritious) frozen treat you can serve up to your little guests. Shhh! Don’t tell them it’s healthy! They’re easy to make and pop in the freezer until party time. Frozen pops don’t have to be [...]

Wiggly Worms and Caterpillar Treats

I’ve been working on some inspiration for a summer bug party. I stumbled on this really cute idea for wiggly worm and caterpillar treats. They would be fun to make for a summer party, a bug party or a special treat for the kids at a backyard barbecue. Your kids will have a blast helping [...]

Ice Cream Cone Cake Pans

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Summer is just around the corner, I have to say I’m ready! If you’re planning a Summer ice cream party, pool party, or backyard gathering you’ve got to check out these ice cream cake pans. First up the Nordic Ware Platinum Collection Ice Cream Cone Cupcake Pan:   They’re perfect for making a cone shaped [...]

Bird’s Nest Spring Treats

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If you’re planning an Easter party, a spring or garden party you can make these simple treats to share with your party guests. I’ve also heard them called Robin’s nest treats or cookies. They’re simple to make, and you can put them out for party food, use them as a cupcake topper, or a party [...]

Planning a Beach Or Pool Birthday Party

Planning a beach party, or pool party may take a little extra pre-planning since you’ll have to keep everything cool, until you get to your destination. Cake Icings and ice cream don’t do well in the heat of summer. Make sure you have plenty of coolers, and ice on hand. Keep decorations to a minimum, [...]

A Cool Summer Party Treat: Watermelon Sandwich Cookies

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My blogging partner at Robust Cooking, Sandy, found a wonderful website loaded with watermelon goodness. There are several fun watermelon recipes that would work really well for summer birthday party snacks. This is one of my favorites: Kids Watermelon Sandwich Cookies Ingredients~ 12 (3-inch) blueberry pancakes, cooled to room temperature 1/2 cup white frosting 6 [...]