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Art Attack Day / Juice Mocktail Bar

Juice Mocktail Bar

Children mix fruit juices, sparkling water and chopped fruit into colourful mocktails, practising measuring and creating their own recipes.

How to run it

  1. Wash hands and set out juices, sparkling water and pre-cut fruit.
  2. Show how to measure and combine different juices.
  3. Children create and name their own mocktails.
  4. Garnish with fruit pieces.
  5. Share and taste each other's creations.

You will need

  • fruit juices
  • sparkling water
  • pre-cut fruit
  • cups
  • jugs
  • measuring cups
Make it easier or harderPre-pour juices for younger children; older children can write a menu with prices.
SafetyCheck allergies and dietary needs, and an educator prepares cut fruit.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 4Children practise measuring and food hygiene while making their own choices.

Fits these theme days

Art Attack DayCafé DayCooking DaySummer HolidaysNew Year's PartyFruit and Veggie Day

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