The Beginner’s Guide to Meal Planning. We’re sharing the best ways to set your family up for success when it comes to planning meals in advance. Since the dawn of the modern family, the question, “What’s for dinner?” has delighted or disheartened many a parent. No matter how great you are at simplifying your family’s…
Food & Recipes
Japanese Miso Soup with Scallions, Mushrooms, & Organic Tofu
A warm, brothy bowl of organic miso soup supplies protein and nutrients for the whole family. Japanese Dashi is a simple broth made from kombu (dried seaweed) and dried bonito fish flakes. The kombu and the bonito give this simple soup an extra layer of savory flavor.
Refreshing Watermelon Soup
After giving birth, it’s essential to replenish lost waters and also increase the alkaline levels in the body. This refreshing watermelon soup is packed with vitamin A & C and has powerful natural antioxidants to heal a postpartum mother and support a healthy baby through mom’s breastmilk. Watermelon is a family favorite, packed with replenishing…
Packing a Waste-Free and Healthy Lunch
The average elementary age child creates 67 lbs. of waste each year – just from his lunchbox! It may seem like a lot, but it’s actually no surprise when you look at the amount of plastic and cardboard found in packaged meals and snacks. By packing a more green and healthy lunch, you may find…
The Back to School 2012 Issue of Green Child Magazine
Traditional school, homeschool, or anything in between, we’re all looking to make the learning experience a little greener. The Back to School Issue of Green Child Magazine is filled with ideas on making your school more sustainable, eco-friendly school supplies, and plenty of advice on healthy, waste-free lunches. You’ll find ways to ease back into…
Summer is Ripe for Raising Happy, Healthy Eaters
Humans of all ages tend to take interest and care of things that matter to them — whether it’s animals, clothes, toys or their bodies. Fruits and vegetables can sometimes be a “tough sell” to kids and I think one way we can change that is to nurture their relationship with food by making real…
Growing Good Eaters: 5 Easy Vegetables to Grow With Kids
“I’m going to get a snack!” announces two-and-a-half year old Mason. And instead of going to the pantry or fridge, he opens the front door and heads out to pick it fresh from the family’s vegetable garden. His mother, Sarah Renfro of Renee’s Garden, has been gardening with him by her side since he was 5 months…
The Summer 2012 Issue of Green Child Magazine
Summer is ripe for green travel, playing outside, and healthy eating. The Summer Issue of Green Child Magazine offers our biggest food section yet with fresh ideas for teaching kids where food comes from and how to eat seasonally. Browse this breezy issue for ideas on how to streamline your summer, natural first aid, simple…
Baked Kale Chips
Kale is a superfood. It’s loaded with Vitamins A, C, K, and rich in anti-inflammatory properties. But it’s fibrous texture and strong taste can be a tough sell for kids. Making kale chips turns this nutritional powerhouse into a bite-sized snack the kids can help make. Getting kids in the kitchen is a great way…
Host a Pancakes and Pajamas Party in Eco-Friendly Style
Pancakes are yummy day or night, and this healthier-than-cake-and-ice-cream party theme is a hit for more than just sleepover celebrations. Anni Daulter is back with another green party theme from her new book, Naturally Fun Parties for Kids. Today we get a peek at an eco-friendly party with flour sack races, and where the main attraction…
5 Tips for Growing Your Own Vegetable Seedlings
Growing your own food is not only healthy but a great way to teach your children where their food comes from. I have been an avid (no an obsessed) gardener for more than five years. Children love to snack on food from plants. In fact, my youngest son is in charge of picking the ripe…
Strawberry Avocado Parfait
National Avocado Day is July 31st, and the fresh flavors of this Strawberry Avocado Parfait make a delightful breakfast or afternoon snack. If your little ones don’t already love avocados, here’s a great recipe to expose their palates to one of nature’s perfect foods. The texture is rich and buttery with a mild flavor that pairs…
Asparagus Avocado Soup
The avocado could very well be considered nature’s most perfect baby food. The texture is rich and buttery with a mild flavor that pairs well with sweet, savory and spicy. Avocados are also loaded with B vitamins, Vitamin E, fiber, potassium, and both monounsaturated and polyunsaturated healthy fats. As a result, you can puree them and…
