Parents:
Why not, on the first day of school - and the last day of school, serve ice cream for breakfast?
The first day of school should be celebrated!
And, yes, I think that you should also serve something else - first!
Here are some ideas for protein and Vitamin C.
Upon awakening:
Orange juice - or Pineapple!
While getting dressed:
Have a "square" of bacon strips. Just build it - a 4 x 4 and they will come to the table!
Or,
finger sandwiches. Slice an ordinary sandwich into "fingers" (lengthwise)
or into 4 wedges.
Or,
Hard- cooked eggs- sliced in half -with maybe a little dab of mayo and a sprinkle of sea salt
Or,
Peanut butter on a bagel
Then, just before they go out the door - Why not say a quick prayer - and/ or offer encouragement for the school year? And, then, the surprise - Ice Cream - that you have scooped into disposable little paper bowls with little plastic spoons at the ready!
Serving this in little bowls - such as those put out by Dixie paper plates - turns this into a "to-go" treat if you are facing a long and traffic-heavy drive. It allows you to determine the size of the portion - which should be IMHO small to moderate, maybe 6 ounces or so.. not too small, or you defeat the purpose. Too large, (more than 8 ounces,) and you run the risk of tummy problems. Keep the emphasis on school!
Here's some things that you can say!
Younger children:
Let each child say what they hope for the new school year. i.e. I hope I get Mr/Mrs. ________ for a teacher!
Older Children:
Let each child state their goals!
This, followed up with ice cream , can be a great family tradition!
Have fun and enjoy school!
