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Friendship Day / Friendship Snack Mix

Friendship Snack Mix

Each child adds an ingredient to a big shared bowl to make a trail mix, showing how friends combine to make something great.

How to run it

  1. Check allergies and choose safe, nut-free ingredients.
  2. Give each child a scoop of one ingredient.
  3. Have each child add their ingredient while sharing something about friendship.
  4. Mix and share in small cups.

You will need

  • nut-free cereal
  • pretzels
  • dried fruit
  • popcorn
  • large bowl
  • cups
Make it easier or harderYounger children can share a word; older children can give a reason.
SafetyUse nut-free ingredients, check allergies and follow food hygiene practices.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 5Children contribute to a shared outcome and talk about friendship.

Fits these theme days

Friendship DayKindness DayHarmony Day

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