Super Shapes Veggie Necklace

String it on! Veggies, that is. Your preschooler will love making this lovely vegetable necklace. Talk about the different shapes as you make this healthy treat.

It's a Summer Playdate, Fri., 6/1 @ 9am on NICK

Ingredients

• Assorted vegetables: cucumbers, red and yellow peppers, green beans, cherry tomatoes

Supplies

• Butchers’ twine
• Toothpick or wooden skewer

Directions

1. Step 1

   For crisper vegetables like green beans, carrots, and broccoli, cook in salted boiling water for 1 minute. Drain and rinse under cold water.

2. Step 2

   Cut a 12-inch length of twine. Cut the peppers into 1 1/2-inch squares or triangles. Cut the cucumbers into 1/2-inch thick slices.

3. Step 3

   Use a toothpick or wooden skewer to poke holes in the top of the vegetable shapes. Thread the twine through the hole, using the toothpick to help push the twine through the hole and string several vegetables together.

4. Step 4

   Discuss the different shapes and colors of the vegetables before enjoying them!

Nurtition Facts

• Calories: 22
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 4mg
• Total Carbs: 5g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g
• Protein: 1g