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Alyssa SamanthaZack RickyClip a

pedometer on my belt so I can see how many

steps I take!

Find the weirdest-looking fruit in the store, and give it a try!

Ask my mom to buy more veggie snacks

for family game night.

“ ““ Invite my friends over for a dance

party when it’s too cold to go

outside.

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A new year is a great time to take on a new challenge. Try a new food, take more steps each day, add more veggies to your lunchbox...there are lots of ways to challenge yourself to be healthier, better and more active every day!

If you need ideas, we’ve got ‘em! Read this issue, pick something new to do, and be sure to tell your friends and family about your challenge. Being a leader can help others want to set new goals, too!

Visit our website for more recipes and activities!

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WHO’S UP FOR A CHALLENGE?

Hey kids! Fill in the blank with your new challenge!

I’m going to this month!

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secret crush crunchValentine’s Day is the sweetest day of the year, and that calls for a sweet treat! Our favorite recipe is a sweet and salty mix that’s special enough for sharing, and it’s got a secret, too (the main ingredient – popcorn – is a whole grain!)

what you’ll need:

how to make it:

6 cups plain air popped popcorn1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips1 cup dried cherries or cranberries3 cups honey nut oat cereal 1/2 cup salted peanuts*2 Tablespoons red, pink or multicolored sprinkles

1. Spread popcorn out on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

2. Melt chocolate chips, according to package directions. With an adult’s help, pour melted chocolate into a piping bag (or zip-top freezer bag). Snip the end of the bag to make a tiny hole (if using freezer bag, snip corner) and drizzle chocolate all over popcorn.

3. While chocolate is still wet, top popcorn with dried cherries, honey nut cereal, and peanuts. Drizzle again with a little more chocolate and sprinkles.

4. Let chocolate dry. Then, break popcorn up into small clumps and store in a large jar, bag or covered bowl. To serve at parties or give out as Valentines, measure popcorn into Valentine’s Day cupcake liners, wrap in plastic wrap and tie with a ribbon.

*Make sure no one has peanut allergies before handing out at a party or to yourfriends! If someone does, simply leave out the peanuts.

Makes 12 servings, 3/4 cup each • Prep Time: 20 minutes

Per serving: 200 calories, 8g fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 80mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate, 5g fiber, 16g sugars, 4g protein

whole grainshelp your heartstay healthy

Are you going to try it? Um, maybe. It’s fuzzy...is food supposed to be fuzzy?

Yep! at least this one is! It’s kiwi fruit.

I just had my first one yesterday! My mom is letting me try new fruits and veggies each week to start the new year off healthy.

And if you don’t like it right away, that’s okay! It can take up to 8 tries before you start liking a new food.

I thought you said you were getting apples as a snack. But this doesn’t look like any apple I’ve ever seen.

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your world have you tried it?

I’ll take your word for it, Sam, but I’m still not so sure… it looks kind of funny.

But it smells really sweet. Almost like candy!

YUM! You were right!

What are you doing now, Zack?

I want to try different fruits and veggies, too! I’m looking to see what we can try next week!

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frozen fruits & veggies

Flash-frozen fruits and veggies are just as tasty - and just as good for you - as fresh produce. That makes them a good choice, especially in the winter when most of our favorite fresh produce isn’t in-season.

what’s the word?what’s the word?

Use the names of all the fruits and veggies below to fill in our puzzle!

chilloutadd frozen peas

to your Mac & Cheese

top your oatmeal with thawed sliced strawberries

Strawberries Carrots MangosArtichokes

RaspberriesEdamameBroccoliPeppers

CherriesOnionsBlueberries

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How can you make sure you’re filling your plate with fruits and veggies, even when fresh produce isn’t at its peak?

That’s easy!

Take a walk down the frozen aisle of your grocery store and you’ll find tons of tasty frozen fruits and veggies. They’re just as delicious as fresh varieties and just as good for you, too!

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add any veggie blend to your favorite soup

add green beans to your hamburger & pasta dish

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mighty milksWe know that milk has the calcium and vitamin D we need to help our bodies grow strong. But those of us who are lactose intolerant or have a milk allergy can’t drink dairy milk. Others of us may decide not to drink milk because of leading a vegan (vee-gan) lifestyle, or may just drink non-dairy milk in addition to dairy milk because we like the taste or texture.

You’ve probably seen many different non-dairy milks in the dairy section of your grocery store, and maybe even tried a few. These milks are made by soaking nuts, grains or legumes in water, then blending them into a liquid.

Almond Milkmade from ground almonds, slightly nutty flavor

Coconut MilkMade from the flesh of a coconut, creamy texture

Soy MilkMade with soy beans, creamy texture, closest to cow’s milk in protein

A milk allergy is caused when the immune system reacts to the protein in milk. This condition is more common in kids than adults. Sometimes kids grow out of their allergies and may be able to drink milk and eat dairy products as they get older.

Unlike a milk allergy, lactose intolerance doesn’t involve the immune system. This condition is caused when the digestive system can’t break down lactose, the sugar in milk. People with this condition usually need to avoid dairy or drink lactose-free milk. Lactose intolerance is more common in adults than kids.

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Soy MilkMade with soy beans, creamy texture, closest to cow’s milk in protein

Rice MilkMade with brown rice (and sometimes barley), thinner texture

Oat MilkMade with soaked oats, tastes like...oats!

how to make it:

what you’ll need:

4 cups sweetened almond milk2 Tablespoons cup unsweetened natural cocoa powder1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract20 mini marshmallows

1. In a medium saucepan bring milk to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer gently for 10 minutes.

2. Whisk in cocoa and vanilla, whisking until mixture is foamy, 1 to 2 minutes. 3. Divide among mugs. Top each serving with 5 mini marshmallows.

Makes 4 servings, 1 cup each • Prep Time: 15 minutes • Cook Time: 2 minutes

Per serving: 80 calories, 3g fat, 0g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 150mg sodium, 12mg carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 9g sugars, 2g protein

experiment with using almond milk in this creamy hot chocolate on cold winter weekends, or snow days!

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with Zack!

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia was the capital of the United States from 1790-1800

The reading Terminal market has been open since 1892 and is one of America’s oldest farmers’ markets

Nickname:City of Brotherly Love

Visit the various museums, like the Franklin Institute.

Take a walking tour and see the history and famous food the city has to offer firsthand.

run up the 72 steps outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art (then walk around inside a bit, too!)

fun fact!The first Philadelphia cheesesteak was served in 1930

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your food

Make MyPlate look like...

a Philadelphia plate!

Learn more atchoosemyplate.gov

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

2. In a medium skillet, cook Steak-Umm steaks over medium heat.

3. Drain fat, and add peppers and onions to skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes, or until soft.

4. Add meat and veggie mixture to hoagie roll, and top with cheese.

5. Place sandwich on a foil lined baking sheet, and bake in preheated oven for 5 minutes, or until cheese has melted and roll is slightly toasted.

6. Cut sandwich in half, and serve with a side of marinara sauce.

7. Enjoy with apple slices or grapes.

Makes 2 servings, 1/2 sandwich eachPer serving: 270 calories, 15g fat, 6g saturated fat, 35mg cholesterol, 440mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate, 2g fiber, 5g sugars, 13g protein

philly cheesesteak

how to make it:

what you’ll need:1/4 cup chopped white onion1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper2 portions Steak-Umm steaks 1 (8-inch) hoagie roll 1 oz. reduced-fat provolone cheese (about 1 slice)1/4 cup marinara sauce

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Look for this symbol in our stores to help you make healthy choices!

Ask anadult for helpwhen using the stove

When thinking of popular Philadelphia foods, the first thing that comes to most peoples’ minds is cheesesteak! These popular sandwiches are available at pretty much every corner in Philadelphia. Our version of a Philadelphia cheesesteak includes plenty of vegetables and keeps portion size under control, letting you enjoy one of Philadelphia’s favorite foods while still eating a balanced meal!

Visit the Kid Healthy Ideas

section of our website for

more ideas & recipes

It was a cold winter’s day with lots of __________________on the ground,

so Sam decided to warm everyone up with a new recipe. She went into

the _______________________and got out some_________________.

She put them in a bowl, and added some_____________________ and

______________________. Sam mixed and poured and mixed some more,

then she put it all into the___________________________.

After a few minutes, it started to smell____________________________!

Everyone in Sam’s family came to see what was cooking. Sam’s dad said,

“_________________________!”

Everyone gathered around the table and Sam served her new creation

with_________________________ on top. Everyone loved it, and there

wasn’t a piece left over! The recipe went right into Sam’s recipe box and

she promised to make it again for__________________________.

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snowed inmad libAsk a friend to give you an example of each type of word, and fill in their answers below. Then, read your story aloud. Switch and see how the story changes!

1. something cold

2. place in the house

3. food

4. food

5. food

6. kitchen appliance

7. positive adjective or descriptive word

8. exclamation

9. condiment

10. holiday

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