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Are you wondering how to plan a pandemic-proof Valentine’s Day for your loved ones?
Your plans may look different this year, but the good news is you can still make the day special! It’s safe to say we were all ready to bid farewell to 2020, but the ripple effect of the pandemic was profound, and we will continue to ride those waves into the New Year. Nothing was left untouched by COVID-19 shutdowns, even our food habits were swayed.
Here are some trends that will continue in 2021.
Stuck at home? Milk it for all it’s worth! Keep your family entertained with virtual learning experiences.
Learn Whether you’re a teacher navigating an online classroom, or a parent suddenly tasked with homeschooling, check out these fun and educational ideas to help kids of all ages learn about dairy farms and the important role dairy foods play in their diet. PRESCHOOL: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL:
Watch While you may not be able to go out and visit a dairy farm in person, you can visit one from the comfort of your couch! Learn more about your local farmers, their cows, and the goodness of milk. VIRTUAL FIELD TRIPS Make and Taste Did you know milk is packed full of 9 essential nutrients, including 8 grams of high-quality protein? You can still enjoy real milk if you are lactose intolerant and won’t find the same nutrition in milk impersonators. Take some time to try these fun recipes and rest assured you are nourishing your family with real dairy.
Cow Crafts After the family enjoys delicious dairy treats together, you can moo-ve on to discovering fun ways for repurposing used milk cartons with these cool craft ideas. Most of these projects can be completed at little to no cost, and only require supplies you probably already have on hand! Check out more educational and entertaining resources in the Dairy in Schools section of The Dairy Alliance website. Amidst the chaos of the coronavirus pandemic, trust your pantry staples to pull your family through.
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