Learning Center
Winter Wellness: Nurturing Immune Health in Kids ($)
Brace yourselves for the winter as chilly winds bring along the symphony of sniffles and coughs. Get ahead and help prevent colds and flus by giving an extra boost of health to those in your care through providing immune-supporting nutritional foods and activities. Learn how to convert your child care center and family child care home into a fortress of wellness by adding delicious recipes to your menu and fun games to keep their bodies in top working order.
Read MoreChoose Breakfast Cereals That Are Lower in Added Sugars
This webinar highlights the added sugars limit for breakfast cereals and how to identify cereals that meets this limit.
Read MoreFestive Flavors: A Low Sugar Holiday ($)
It’s party season and we’re gearing up CACFP-style! Reduce the sweets and turn every celebration into a healthy feast that kids will love. Discover creative and nutritious ideas for holiday and special occasion dishes that are #CACFPCreditable.
Read MoreChoosy Eaters: Moving Towards Meal Time Triumphs ($)
Get ready to conquer mealtime challenges with confidence! We’ll explore positive strategies to support children in their journey towards enjoying a variety of foods. Gain invaluable tips, insights, and mealtime triumphs to foster a healthy relationship with food and transform mealtimes into joyful experiences.
Read MoreMedical Statements, Milk Substitutions & Special Diets ($)
Have you ever received a parent’s or doctor’s note describing a meal modification or substitution to serve a child or adult in your care? Maybe you have felt confused or overwhelmed on how to modify the menu to ensure foods are safe to serve to a participant with a disability.
Read MoreChoose Yogurts That Are Lower in Added Sugars
This webinar will highlight the new added sugars limit for yogurt and how to identify yogurt that meets this limit.
Read MoreSabor y Cultura: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month, recognized September 15th – October 15th, is a wonderful time to learn more about the rich history and diversity of the Hispanic and Latino communities. Celebrate with us by discovering new recipes, learning the history behind beloved dishes, and engaging in fun, educational activities.
Read MoreGreat Grains! Taking the Guess Work Out of What’s Creditable ($)
Serving whole grain-rich grains once per day, when grains are served, in ounce equivalents is a requirement in the CACFP. Explore various types of whole grains like amaranth, sorghum, and millet to expand your menu planning options. Learn how to determine ounce equivalency, how to identify whole grains, how to modify meals using these great grains, and how to prepare these for CACFP creditable recipes.
Read MoreCommunicating with Impact ($)
Your brain processes nearly 80 GB of data in a single day. That’s about as much as watching 16 movies in a row! It’s no wonder we often feel overwhelmed by the idea of having to hold difficult conversations with our coworkers. Learn about a series of tools that can help you improve your communication and feedback competency, equipping you with a means for having more impactful conversations.
Read MoreCACFP Expense Detective: What’s Allowed? ($)
Unsure how to distinguish between allowable and unallowable costs in the CACFP? Join us as we clearly define the differences to help you understand how to use CACFP funds effectively. Learn how to ensure all your purchases support and enhance your CACFP operations. Gain valuable insights to maximize your program’s potential while staying compliant with CACFP guidelines.
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