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April 5, 2022 eNews
| April is National Garden Month! We'll be providing you with some wonderful resources to grow and maintain your own garden all month long. To start things off, be sure to take the USDA quiz to test your current knowledge of gardening. Perhaps our snack suggestions can give you some inspiration on which crops you might like to grow. |
Snack AttackTry out these nutritious #CACFPCreditable snacks when you plan your next grocery trip: Whole wheat pancakes and strawberries Mandarin oranges and whole grain-rich crackers Zucchini muffin and 100% grape juice French toast and mango slices Peaches and chicken salad |  |
School Gardening QuizWhat do you need to start a garden? Why is a tomato classified as a vegetable in child nutrition programs? Test your knowledge of school gardening with this quiz from USDA Team Nutrition. |  |
Fruit & Veggie Flash CardsDownload these colorful flashcards to introduce young minds to novel fruits and vegetables, or teach them something new about the ones they've tried before. |  |
Shout Out to These New CACFP ProfessionalsWhen parents are looking for a child care provider or child care providers are looking for a sponsoring agency, and when you're hiring staff for your CACFP agency, candidates with the CACFP Professional Certification stand out. Get Your Professional Certification Today |  |
Support Kids Not Red Tape Act IntroducedNCA Applauds Senate Agriculture Chairwoman Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) for Introducing the Bill to Extend CACFP Flexibilities through September 30, 2023. |  |
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CACFP Training Program and Nutrition CalendarCounting Animals, the 2023 CACFP Nutrition Calendar, is not only an adorable addition to any home or care center, but it's also a great training resource. Each month features a #CACFPCreditable recipe, a physical activity, a craft, and a nutrition note. |  |
Featured Member ResourceRamadan began over the weekend, and will be celebrated through May 2. If you're an NCA member, you can download, print and share our Ramadan activity page for free. |  |
Rainbow PlateServing fresh fruits and vegetables, such as ones you might grow in your own garden, are a wonderful way to add color to your plate. Download this free coloring page that highlights all the beautiful colors in the foods that we eat every day. |  |