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As we explored different trees outside and learned about the different parts of trees, I wanted the kids to be able to make their own models of a tree. To make it  fun, we played with our food a bit and created this easy tree snack for kids.

Tree Snack for Kids

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We started with a few different kinds of pretzels. To begin with I showed the kids this plate and we talked about the differences between the different kinds of pretzels. Then I encouraged them to think about which parts of the tree each kind of pretzel could represent.

Pretzels

Next I showed them this plate of grapes. I cut them in half so they would lay flat and not roll off the table when the kids were creating. It didn’t take the kids long to decide which part of the tree the grapes would represent.

grapes

Next I put some wax paper out along the counter. I wanted them to have plenty of space to create their trees.

Parts of a Tree Activity

Lovey was very proud of her creation, and I was proud of the way she told me all about the parts of the tree she used to build it.

Tree Snack Made by Kids

Do you think your kids would enjoy making their own tree snacks? It would be a quick and healthy snack even if you weren’t working on a tree theme.

Tree Snack for Kids-Learn about the parts of a treeMore Creative Tree Snacks

Shortly after we made our snacks here at home I came across these awesome ideas from two very creative ladies. You might be able to create your own snack forest!

Cucumber and Pretzels Tree Snack from Meet the Dubiens

Broccoli and Pretzel Tree from Kitchen Fun with My Three Sons

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Save time and get right to the playful learning with our printable lesson plan sets. Each set includes over 30 playful learning activities related to the theme, and we’ve provided different versions for home preschool families and classroom teachers so all activities are geared directly toward your needs.

   

This set includes active hands-on learning ideas and the following printables:

1) Uppercase and Lowercase Alphabet Matching Tree Activity
2) Colorful Trees Sorting Mats
3) Tree Color Word Building Mats
4) Tree Addition Game
5) Tree Beginning Sound Sort (for sounds /t/, /r/, and short /e/)
6) Tree Dice Game
7) Uppercase Tree Alphabet Cards
8) Lowercase Fruits, Seeds, and Flowers Alphabet Cards
9) 0-35 Tree Number Cards
10) Shape Cards (for hands-on shape activities)
11) Tree Word Family Sort (for -an, -op, -it, and -ug)

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Home Preschool Tree Theme Lesson Plans

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  2. Mary Catherine

    I just love how you’ve extended the knowledge of trees into a fun, healthy snack. You know the kiddos are really going to remember this experience! Thanks for sharing, and I’m featuring this post over at Stress-Free Sunday. Hope your weekend is going well. 🙂

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    • Shaunna

      Thank you, Mary Catherine. You’re right the kids really do remember the details we learned through this activity. Thanks so much for featuring this post.

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  10. Jackie

    Oh my goodness! These are just the cutest! I love ’em. We have green grapes cut in half almost every day for snack. Now I just need to pick up some pretzels!

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    • Shaunna

      Thanks, Jackie! I think the simplicity is the thing I love best about this snack. Hope your kiddos have fun with it!

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    • Shaunna

      I don’t know if I can take credit for the creativity. Learning about the parts of trees originally gave me the idea! Glad to share over at #kidsinthekitchen.

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    • Shaunna

      Thank you! I hope you get to use it one day. And good luck with that classroom…the first years of teaching are so memorable!

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    • Shaunna

      Thank you! I love that it’s a health snack that kids can have fun making. I hope you can try it out with your grandchildren soon.

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  15. Kirstylee

    This is so cute! My kiddos would love this. I think I might even do it outside with them so they can look at the tree in our backyard for inspiration. 🙂

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    • Shaunna

      Kirstylee, that is a fantastic idea! I bet my kids would like to try the activity again sitting outside. Thanks for the suggestion!

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