We are temporarily reviving our Children's Blog to provide some
resources for families who are stuck at home during this period of
social distancing due to COVID-19. We will put together a variety of
activities for you and your families - see which
ones you can do, and if you get the chance, share the results with us on
any of our social media platforms, which will be listed at the bottom
of this blog.'
Today's theme is Better With Ice Cream!
Ice Cream Cookie Dessert: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ice-cream-cookie-dessert/
Even a rainy day can be made better with ice cream, especially when that ice cream has hot fudge topping!
All you need to make this dessert are oreo cookies, butter, vanilla ice cream, hot fudge ice cream topping, and frozen whipped topping. Make it according to the recipe, or throw in some of your other favourite ingredients!
10-Minute Ice Cream Pie: https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/10-minute-ice-cream-pie/
This is a great project to do with the kids! They can make the crust themselves, or by a pre-made crust from the store. Choose their favourite ice cream and some extra toppings, then spread the softened ice cream into the pie plate and sprinkle the toppings on. Add a little whipped cream if you desire, and freeze it again to thicken everything up before serving.
Make it a little healthier by adding some fruits like strawberries and bananas to the mix, maybe some chopped nuts. The only limit is your imagination!
Bacon Ice Cream Sundae: https://www.foodnetwork.ca/shows/you-gotta-eat-here/recipe/bacon-ice-cream-sundae/13328/
Did someone say bacon? On ice cream? This recipe is a little more involved, but looks absolutely delicious! Caramel sauce, bacon brittle, and of course, ice cream. Put the whole family to work making this piece of culinary art!
Ice Cream Floats: https://www.tasteofhome.com/collection/ice-cream-float-recipes/
As a kid, this was my favourite way to "eat" ice cream. We make a cold butterbeer with vanilla cream soda, butterscotch ice cream, a little whipped cream, and all the caramel sauce you want! Check out some of these other ice cream floats to make at home, like the pink lemonade floats, or a caramel apple float!
Hopefully these activities help break up the day, and get your family engaged in making things better with ice cream!
If your kids loved these activities, feel free to send us feedback or pictures on any of our social media platforms, linked below.
Library staff are available by phone (403-887-2130) or email Monday-Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm.
You can access all of our digital materials (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more) through our website. With the library re-opened, you can also access any of our physical materials. Request your items through the library's catalogue!
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If your kids loved these activities, feel free to send us feedback or pictures on any of our social media platforms, linked below.
Library staff are available by phone (403-887-2130) or email Monday-Friday, 9:00 am 5:00 pm.
You can access all of our digital materials (eBooks, eAudiobooks, and more) through our website. With the library re-opened, you can also access any of our physical materials. Request your items through the library's catalogue!
