Winter Wonderland / Marshmallow Snowmen
Marshmallow Snowmen
Children stack marshmallows onto a skewer or pop stick, then add pretzel arms and icing faces to make edible snowmen.
How to run it
- Check allergy and dietary plans, then wash hands.
- Children thread three marshmallows onto a pop stick or blunt-ended skewer.
- Push pretzel sticks in as arms.
- Use icing pens to add faces and buttons.
You will need
- marshmallows
- pretzel sticks
- icing pens
- pop sticks or blunt skewers
- plates
Make it easier or harderOlder children can make a whole snow family with hats and scarves.
SafetyCheck allergies (gelatine, gluten), follow food hygiene, use pop sticks rather than sharp skewers, and supervise as marshmallows are a choking hazard.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 4Simple food decorating builds fine motor skills and conversations about occasional foods.
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