1. Banana Split Green Smoothie for Kids
Blend up this sweet smoothie and watch your kiddos sip up some leafy green goodness without even knowing it! Top this yummy chocolate banana smoothie with a spoonful of coconut whipped cream and place a cherry on top for a fun, healthy treat.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup spinach
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 bananas*
- 1 cup cherries (pitted*)
- 2 tablespoons cacao powder
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
- Homemade Coconut Whipped Cream (optional)
2. Shamrocks and Gold Nuggets Painted Rocks
These beautifully painted rocks can be created more easily than you think, thanks to the clear step-by-step instructions.
3. Learn about Ireland culture and castles.
4. Storytime/Bedtime: A Fine St. Patrick's Day by Susan Wojciechowski (video.) It's a charming tale with a 6-year-old heroine, and it teaches a good lesson in the end. A Story of St Patrick's Day by Patricia Pingy (pdf) is also a great choice.
5. Match Popcorn
How to Make This Recipe:
- Matcha
You want good quality but not the most expensive. Get the brightest green. - Clarified butter (ghee)
My secret topping ingredient. - Organic Popcorn Kernals
- Organic Coconut Sugar
- Salt
Large mixing bowl
To combine all the ingredients together. - Mesh strainer
To sift the matcha so that there aren’t any clumps. - 2 quart Dutch oven
6. Watch The Magical Legend of the Leprechauns
7. Pot of Gold Mason Jar Gift Idea
Fill up these cute Mason jars with chocolate coins to remind your loved ones that they make you feel lucky every day.
8. Have the kids help prepare a pot of corned beef and cabbage which is a hearty, traditional St. Patrick's day meal (and a favorite in our house!)
Set the ambience by playing some Irish music in the background.
9. Shamrock Coloring Printable
Adult coloring books are all the rage—this free printable lets you get in on the fun for St. Patrick's Day.
