Early Learning Center Family Connections

Where your child's future is our vision.

April 2020

KITCHEN CORNER

Please enjoy these fun, easy to make recipes from Allyson, ELC Nutritionist.

BREAKFAST
Oats Dressed Up!

For a reduced-sugar option to prepackaged flavored oatmeal for breakfast, add 1-2 TBSP apple butter per serving to plain old-fashioned or quick cook oats cooked according to package. Add flavor without the all of the sugar!
LUNCH
Cauliflower Pizza Crust

This is a great hands on activity for children involving the ever-so-popular cauliflower as a flour substitute! A starchy vegetable that can be turned into one a kid’s favorite (and adult’s) foods!
 
Recipe for 1 Medium 9” Cauliflower Crust
 
1 cup riced cauliflower (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
1 egg beaten
1 tsp Italian seasoning 
1/2 tsp crushed garlic 
1/2 tsp salt
Tomato or pizza sauce for topping
1/2 cup to 1 cup Mozzarella cheese for topping
Additional toppings of your choice
 
  
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Add cauliflower to microwave-safe bowl ( no water needed) and microwave 5-7 minutes depending on microwave power. Put cooked cauliflower in mesh strainer in sink and press water out with paper towels (important to drain most out). Put drained cauliflower in mixing bowl and add Parmesan, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic, and salt. Lightly mix all together. Spray baking sheet with non-stick spray. Press dough out to make an approximate 9” crust. Not too thin or holes will develop. Bake at 450 for 15 minutes. 
Take out and add your favorite sauce, Mozzarella, and toppings. Bake an additional 5-7 minutes or until cheese is melted.
This is a great hands on activity for children involving the ever-so-popular cauliflower as a flour substitute! A starchy vegetable that can be turned into one a kid’s favorite (and adult’s) foods!

SNACK
Cereal Trail Mix

This is great for using up whatever you have at home.. cereals, goldfish snack crackers.

An example could be a mix of any type of Cheerios, Chex, Bran flakes, Corn Flakes, or whatever you have on hand, cheddar goldfish or similar cracker. Add raisins if your child(ren) are 6 years or older. If Under 6 years, dried fruits are a choking hazard. Toss ingredients together (the amounts are up to you!) and store in a resealable plastic bag to snack on!



SUMMER CAMP 2020


We are delighted that you are considering sharing your summer with us! Here is some information about our camp.
 
The UD ELC Summer Camp offers a comprehensive camp for children who have completed Kindergarten through third grade. Through discovery learning opportunities, campers will foster their passion to learn, think and grow. Campers will have an opportunity to experience the UD campus and community through local field trips that enhance their learning. Over the course of nine weeks, the campers will focus on a variety of themes, built to engage students with the arts, STEM concepts, and specific learning topics. The attached PDF includes more details about our themes.

Camp Dates: June 22 nd through August 21 st
Each camper can sign up for the weeks that work best for their family’s summer schedule, with a minimum of 4 weeks. There are limited purchase of care spots available; POC clients must sign up for the entire nine weeks.

Camp Hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Extended day available and included in the cost (7-9 am, 4-6pm).

Camp Fee: $350 per week
Standard camp rates include early drop off, meals, field trips and special events.


Join us for a summer filled with learning and adventure!

Family means no one gets left behind or forgotten.
David Ogden Stiers


University of Delaware Early Learning Center| www.elc.udel.edu