Recipe: Fruity Cereal Squares

Hey readers!

There are some yummy recipes in the September issue of Chirp. Here’s a sneak peek of one you’ll find in the issue. These delicious treats will pack perfectly in your lunch box. Or, enjoy one after school to tide you over until dinner!

Photo: Melissa Peretti

*Remember to ask and adult for help!*

Fruity Cereal Squares

You’ll Need:

• 60 mL (1/4 cup) butter
• 1 bag of marshmallows
• 1.5 L (6 cups) toasted oat cereal
• 125 mL (1/2 cup) dried banana bits
• 125 mL (1/2 cup) dried cranberries
• 10 mL (2 tsp.) flax seeds

1) Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
2) Add marshmallows and stir until melted.
3) Remove from heat and stir in cereal, dried fruit and flax seeds.
4) Spoon mixture into a 9- x 13-inch greased baking pan. Press the mixture into an even layer so it covers the pan.
5) Let cool, then cut into squares.

Talk to you later!
Melissa, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Cut-out Picture Frame

Hi readers!

Have you ever had your picture taken at school? I just found this funny picture of me in Grade 1! I think my aunt made me that apple dress and I really loved it. I even wore it on the first day of school.

Click here for some fun frames you can cut out and fill with your school pictures.

Jackie, chirpblog@owlkids.com

Happy September!

Chirp September 2013 Comic

Hi readers,

Are you starting school this week? Then you should check out the September issue of Chirp because it’s filled with schooltime fun.

This issue makes me wish I was in school again! Even though I was always nervous on the first day I loved meeting my teacher and my new classmates. What is your favourite thing about school?

Talk to you later!

Jackie, chirp@chirpblog.ca

September is Almost Here!

Hi readers!

Can you believe Summer is almost over? And there’s no better way to jump into September than with the School Time issue of Chirp.

Chirp September 2013

Here’s a joke from the September issue:

Knock, knock.

Who’s there?

Justin.

Justin who?

Justin time for school!

Happy reading!

Jackie, chirp@chirpblog.ca

Creamsicle Smoothie Recipe

Hi readers,

Today is especially yummy because it’s Creamsicle Day! This cool treat is usually eaten as a dessert, but how about a healthy creamsicle smoothie for breakfast instead? Try making this delicious recipe, for a treat you can have any time of day!

Here’s what you’ll need:

• 1 cup coconut water
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup fresh or frozen mango chunks
• 2 cups of ice

What to do:

Give everything a good whirl in the blender, and pour! This drink is sure to make you smile.

What’s your favourite summer treat? Leave a comment below.

Until next time!

Melissa, chirpblog@owlkids.com