I've been meaning to try making my own pixie sticks for a long time and with Earth Day coming up, it seemed like a good opportunity to make them with a Lorax theme. Of course, these would be a fun extension for The Lorax anytime.
To make your own pixie sticks you need:
- 1/2 cup dehydrated fruit
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Paper straws
The hard part is getting the mixture into the straws. I pinched the end of the straw and then made a funnel from a sheet of paper. It's messy.
In honor of the Lorax I cut truffula trees from scrapbook paper and taped them to the tops of each straw.
I also did some Lorax mustaches.
Now a confession- my kids wouldn't even try them! They liked playing with the props, but they've never had a pixie stick and they eye everything that I cook with suspicion. I liked them. If you've tried them, I'd love to know what your kids thought.
Next time, I'll just buy the pixie sticks and if I have the desire to make something, I'll choose one of our 3 green eggs and ham treats.
Lorie, I think this is a great idea and would love to try it with my kids! Thanks for sharing! I am going to pin it to my Dr. Seuss Extension activity Pinterest Board!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! JDaniel doesn't always want to do things either. I will be sharing this post on Pinterest and Facebook.
ReplyDeleteWhat great fun! So sad the kids wouldn't try them - so pleased you shared that info though - it's great to know this happens to everyone and not just me!
ReplyDeleteJust popping over to let you know I've featured you on The Sunday Showcase: http://www.herecomethegirlsblog.com/2013/04/27/the-sunday-showcase-book-based-activities.html
This is so cute! Would love it if you linked this up on my Toddler & Preschool Linkup! http://www.teachingmama.org
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