Reindeer food...

[girlsma]

I have also done this for my daughter during her 2 preschool years and plan to do it again this year for her Kindergarten class.. In the past, I have used bird seed, oatmeal, "sprinkles" for cookies, and even old cereal. All of it is critter friendly!

Have fun and Merry Christmas!

 

[diznygirl]

My son made some at church that contains glitter. Since we can't actually put it out on the ground, I'm going to leave it with Santa's cookies so Santa can give it to the reindeer.

Last year DH went out and swept up most of it - in the wee hours! - so DS would think the reindeer ate it! (and to keep it away from the real animals).

 

[cinmell]

I have a question for those of you who have sent in the reigndeer food for your child's class. What do you put the food in, plastic baggies, small jars?

 

[ntburns22]

We used the snack size zip lock bags. I found them at Wal-mart.

 

[lemondog]

I think it's a great idea! You are right, the kids do get way too many sweets and treats this time of year. I am a preschool teacher and we actually made reindeer food in circle time one day (using oatmeal and various colors of glitter), then I sent little baggies home with the kids. I attached this poem...

Expecting a visit from Santa?
Here's a recipe I have found.
It is a special reindeer food
To sprinkle on the ground.

The oatmeal is for energy,
The sparkles are for flight.
So sprinkle this yummy reindeer food
On the ground this Christmas Eve night.

All of Santa's reindeer
Will love this healthy snack.
And next year Santa and his reindeer
Surely will be back!

 

[daisyduck123]

I have a question for those of you who have sent in the reigndeer food for your child's class. What do you put the food in, plastic baggies, small jars?

I send them home in sandwich size baggies, with the poem stapled to the outside of the bag.

 

[lillygator]

what a great idea!

 

[TheOtherVillainess]

If you really want a glittery effect without doing harm to the local critters, go to a bakery and ask if they will sell you some 'edible' glitter. It looks like the real thing, but is safe to eat.

TOV