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This month's newsletter is full of fantastic information!
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| | First 5 Participated in multiple Holiday Bashes! | | Winter Festivals Around the World! | |
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Rob Reiner - A legacy that understood the importance of early childhood - brain development, strong families and systems to support these efforts in all 58 California counties.
The early childhood community mourns the tragic loss of Rob Reiner, whose vision led to the 1998 passage of Proposition 10 (First 5) supporting children ages 0-5. His work fundamentally transformed how California invests in its youngest children, elevating early childhood from an afterthought to a policy priority that continues to benefit families across all 58 counties.
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Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce | | Full recipe and nutrition facts here | | |
Roasted Spaghetti Squash with Tomato Sauce
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Serving Size: 6
This fun squash is an interesting way to serve vegetables in a dish that is appealing to kids.
Ingredients
- Nonstick cooking spray
- Spaghetti squash, fresh, whole 10 ½ oz
- Tomato Sauce ¾ cup
- Garlic Powder ½ tsp
- Italian seasoning, dried ¼ tsp
- Mozzarella cheese, part-skim, shredded 3 Tbsp
- Basil, fresh, chopped (gently wash basil under running water before cutting) 1 Tbsp
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Preheat oven to 400 °F
- Lightly spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Soften spaghetti squash by cooking for 2–3 minutes in the microwave. Remove from the microwave.
- Cut spaghetti squash in half, lengthwise. Using a spoon, scrape out seeds.
- Place squash on baking sheet with hollowed-side down. Bake for 45–50 minutes or until a fork will easily go into the peel. Heat to an internal temperature of 140 °F or higher for at least 15 seconds.
- While squash is cooking, place tomato sauce, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a small saucepan. Stir. Heat on medium heat for about 5–7 minutes. Heat to 140 °F or higher for at least 15 seconds.
- Remove squash from the oven. Carefully turn over. Use a fork to scoop the squash out of the peel. Place contents in a medium bowl.
- Combine squash and seasoned tomato sauce. Toss.
- Serve ⅓ cup of squash topped with ½ Tbsp cheese. Garnish with basil. Serve immediately, or keep warm at 140 °F or higher.
Fun Breakfast idea!
Strawberry and Waffle Kebabs With Maple-Yogurt Dip
Here's a recipe from MyPlate.
| | More recipes at USDA MyPlate here | | Start the new year tobacco free! | | |
Apply now for The Cloth Options FREE cloth diaper loan program at
The Cloth Option
✔️ No income requirements
✔️ Ongoing education and support
✔️ Quick application turn-around
✔️ Includes enough changes for a full day
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Currently enrolled: 1,045
Graduated: 3,471
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Need Child Care? Call The Resource Connection
Child Care Resource & Referral - Referrals to licensed family child care homes, preschool and child care centers. Information on child care options.
Child Care Subsidy Program - Assistance for eligible parents to help pay for care.
Click for Child Care Referral
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Upcoming Events for Families |
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Playgroup Themes for January!
- January 6th, 7th, 8th - Snow and Ice
- January 13th, 14th, 15th - Arctic Tundra
- January 20th, 21st, 22nd - Opposites
- January 27th, 28th, 29th - Motion/Movement
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Messy Mornings Themes for January!
** Please Note: NO Messy Mornings on January 2nd**
- January 2nd - NO MESSY MORNINGS
- January 9th - Arctic Animals
- January 16th - Awesome Alphabet
- January 23rd - Motion
- January 30th - Construction Zone
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Music & Movement!
Join Karen Lyman for
Music & Movement at
First 5 Amador.
** Please Note: NO Music on January 19th **
| | Save the Date for February 7th! | |
Postpartum Support
If you are pregnant or are a new parent experiencing anxiety or depression and are interested in learning more or talking with someone contact First 5 Amador at 209.257.1092 or visit below.
Click for link
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Announcements for
Child Care Providers
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Attention Quality for Kids participants!
Stay up to date on information and upcoming events by clicking HERE
Quality for Kids hosted its annual launch last month for the new fiscal year. We had over 20 providers in attendance. We rolled out all the new incentives, if you missed it no worries! You still have time to sign up and participate. Reach out to Aimee at (209)257-1092 or q4k@first5amador.com.
Link to Amador Child Care Council's Facebook page.
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This year's campaign is all about "Powering the STREAM in Amador" where educators' efforts power brighter futures. Each month providers will create and implement a science, technology, reading, engineering, art or mathematics activity. Then they send in a short write up on the activity. *Bonus if the activities fall in more than one category.*
Be sure to stay up to date on all the upcoming professional development opportunities available on the Q4K Padlet
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Amador Quality for Kids Update
All licensed family child care providers and private preschool center staff in Amador County are eligible to participate in this county-wide quality improvement initiative! If you are interested in getting signed up, please contact us to request information and participation forms. It's simple to sign up, you can earn a wide variety of exciting stipends, and benefit in so many other ways!
Provider Work Nights
The Resource Connection is hosting a Provider Work Night every third Thursday of the month, 4:30pm-7:00pm. Lending Library, Consumable Closet & Copies. Located at 8085 Highway 26, Suite G, Mokelumne Hill.
Continuing your education? Check out Amador College Connect's newsletter and website: Amador College Connect Early Childhood Education
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KICK IT AMADOR
New year, new opportunity to
quit smoking, vaping & chewing.
FREE QUIT KITS
Pick up your free kit at
First 5 Amador or
AC Public Health
FREE individual support
Call with questions:
(209) 257-1092
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First 5 Amador supports and designs programs for children 0-5 years old and their Families.
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