The Lemonade Stand Is Alive and Well!
Wednesday July 8, 2009
Amid a sea of i-Pods and i-Phones and DSes and other gadgets and gizmos to capture our kids' attention, there are a few old-fashioned summertime activities that hold allure for the goobers. Turns out making homemade lemonade and selling it to passersby, whether in the neighborhood or at an event is one that ranks high among the kids. Try it yourself with these step-by-step directions for making lemonade.
Lemonade image by Stephanie Gallagher ©2009, licensed to About.com Inc.
Comments
Here’s another great website for kids: MEET ME AT THE CORNER, Virtual FIeld Trips for Kids (www.meetmeatthercorner.org)
Geared to children ages 7-12, MeetMeAtTheCorner.org is a dynamic, interactive site, which encourages individual expression and participation through video submissions from children worldwide. Through these video pod casts, the site creates a community of children who learn the art of self-expression and storytelling through video. The site is free of charge.
The latest episode features the Around the World Cookbook by Abby Dodge.
Morgana visits with cookbook author Abby Dodge and learns to make Vietnamese rolls from Abby’s new cookbook, Around The World, 50 International Recipes for Kids.
On a rainy summer day, check it out.