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November 2, 2021 eNews
| November is Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate the occasion with various CACFP resources that feature crops that are central to the Native American Diet and find activities to honor the history and heritage of native tribes. |
Creamy Wild RiceWild rice has long been a staple of Native American diet, especially among the Ojibwa, Chippewa, Menominee, Cree and Sioux nations. Try out this hearty and comforting recipe that also features ground turkey and fresh vegetables. Download the Recipe for 6, 25 or 50 Servings in English and Spanish |  |
Crookneck Squash RowSquash is one of the Three Sisters of Native American agriculture, along with corn and beans. Learn about the benefits of Crookneck Squash with this activity-filled resource from USDA, and hold onto this guide until the warmer months when you can plant your own squash. In the meantime, look out for delicious winter squashes, such as acorn, butternut or spaghetti squash. |  |
Giving Thanks: Turkey Talk & MoreWant to know what a #CACFPCreditable meal looks like for Thanksgiving? Let's talk turkey and more! Not serving turkey? We'll cover meat alternates you can menu plan, favorite sides and whole grain-rich ideas. Join us for this FREE half-hour session and register by Tuesday, November 9 to secure your spot! Wednesday, November 10 - 8:00 pm Eastern Thursday, November 11 - 2:00 pm Eastern |  |
Serving Adults in the CACFP: Meal Patterns, Nutrition and ResourcesIf you currently serve adults in your care, be sure to watch this free webinar located in our Learning Center. The session, which was part of the 2021 Virtual Child Nutrition Conference, dives into the wealth of resources available about food, nutrition and physical activities for older adults. |  |
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 |  |
Facebook TrendingJoin the #NationalCACFP community on Facebook for crafts, snacks and other clever ideas shared daily. Get a dose of what's in the news, policy changes, and CACFP-specific issues. Resources, printables, partner resources and more! |  |
Featured Member ResourceIf you're an NCA member, you can download, print and share this activity page for free. Get physical activities, a craft and a recipe that will help you celebrate Native American Heritage Month. |  |
Advance Registration Open for National Child Nutrition ConferenceReserve your spot for the 2022 National Child Nutrition Conference in New Orleans for as low as $299 with advance registration rates. This year's conference will be held from April 18-22, 2022. Can't make it to New Orleans? Be sure to check out our virtual option. |  |
One, Two, Three SistersPractice counting with the three sisters. Download this activity page for free. |  |