KIWI magazine - Winter 2016 | 2017

Spread the Joy of a Good Book

40 GIFTS

THAT GIVE BACK, INSPIRE & ENTERTAIN

Paleo Recipes JUST FOR KIDS

HEALTHY HOLIDAY DESSERTS

An Eco Escape

full of family-friendly adventure

Discover what’s in your

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FESTIVE READS Start a new family tradition by sharing these holiday books with your kids year after year.

BY MARY TALALAY

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Inspire, entertain, and give back this holiday season.

BY MAUREEN BROWN & VICTORIA

Beat the winter blues with a getaway to Florida’s capital— adventure, food, and fun awaits!

Simple and easy changes you can do today to make the world a better place in the future.

ZEITZ

BY SAMANTHA MELLONE

BY MARYGRACE TAYLOR

THE KIWI HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

ECO-ESCAPE: TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

7 WAYS TO GREEN THE WORLD NOW

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Kid-friendly Paleo Recipes

Inspiring gifts

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PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF MEDDY TEDDY

FEATURES CONT’D. ON THE COVER Holiday Gift Guide

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Paleo Recipes

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Healthy Holiday Desserts

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An Eco Escape

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Good Books

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14 AT-HOME HERBAL HELPERS Tackle your kid’s common ailments with these simple solutions— straight from your own kitchen.

BY DANA WILKOSZ 13 HOLIDAY MUST-SEE MOVIES Get in the wintery spirit with these classic flicks the whole family can enjoy.

BY MAUREEN BROWN 26 GIVE THE GIFT OF READING! Pass down the joy of reading to your youngsters with these enlightened and engrossing books.

BY VICTORIA ZEITZ

Our Raspberry-Chocolate Swirl Semifreddo recipe is the perfect ending to any holiday celebration

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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JENNIFER ROBINS AND JEREMY MEEK

HEALTHY RECIPES 39 ALLERGY-FRIENDLY MEALS Delicious, allergy-friendly recipes straight from The Paleo Kids Cookbook.

BY JENNIFER ROBINS 45 HEALTHIER HOLIDAY TREATS Dessert overload? Go a little lighter with these five fruit-filled dishes.

BY JENNA HELWIG 32 HEARTY AND HEALTHY Five tasty, veggie-filled recipes to make even the coldest days seem sunnier.

BY AMIE VALPONE

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INSPIRATION Maylee Wolf, Rabab, and Rubaani Kaur, Jack Meyer, Ella, Connor, and Olivia Douglass, and all the wonderful kids in our lives!

EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD WELLNESS

Theresa Cerulli, M.D. Psychiatrist, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Lawrence Memorial Hospital; co-founder, ADD Health and Wellness Centers

Laura Coblentz Vice president of marketing and innovation, Pharmaca Integrative

Claire M. Li, D.C., C.C.N.

Chiropractor in Glen Cove, NY

Drew Ramsey, M.D. Assistant clinical professor of psychiatry, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; author of Fifty Shades of Kale

Lawrence D. Rosen, M.D.

BEHAVIOR AND DEVELOPMENT

Founder of The Whole Child Center and clinical assistant professor of pediatrics, New Jersey Medical School

Susan Bartell, Psy.D.

Psychologist specializing in family-life balance and author of The Top 50 Questions Kids Ask

Keegan Sheridan, N.D.

CHILDREN’S MEDIA

Naturopathic doctor and natural food and health expert

Sherry Torkos Author of Saving Women’s Hearts, The Glycemic Index Made Simple, and The Canadian Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine NUTRITION

Kate Geagan, RD Author of Go Green Get Lean: Trim Your Waistline with the Ultimate Low-Carbon Footprint Diet

Traci Paige Johnson Co-founder of Yummico; co-creator of Blue’s Clues and Super WHY! DENTISTRY

Fred Pockrass, D.D.S. Co-founder, Eco-Dentistry Association SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Liz Abzug, J.D.

Adjunct professor, Barnard College; political consultant and founder, Bella Abzug Leadership Institute

Jess Kolko, RD, LD Culinary educator, Whole Foods Market; cofounder, Nutrition Hotline

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OUR TOP 5 HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES

1. DIY Giving Calendar Instill the gift of giving in your children from a young age with KIWI’s twist on the advent calendar. Each day will bring a new suggestion for a good deed to do for your loved ones. kiwimagonline.com/givingcalendar 2. Handspun Hanukkah Star This easy-to-do craft offers the perfect opportunity to educate while you decorate! kiwimagonline.com/hanukkah-star

4. Grocery Bag Greetings Upcycle your stash of plastic bags into a beautiful and seasonal wreath for the front door. Bonus: teach your kids about the dangers of plastic bags to the planet and the eco-friendly alternatives available. kiwimagonline/2010/12/grocery-baggreetings 5. Creative Kwanzaa Crafts Honor the holiday’s seven core principles with these family-friendly paper crafts. Go green by using recycled materials in your creations! kiwimagonline.com/creative-kwanzaacrafts

3. Winter Village Eco-craft from Recycled Boxes Create a miniature city with old milk cartons, cereal, cracker, and tissue boxes. Let your imagination run wild as you paint the buildings and display your cozy village on a mantle or tabletop. kiwimagonline.com/winter-village-eco-craftfrom-recycled-boxes

WINTER TIPS FOR PETS Our pooches deserve all the warmth and care we can provide in the chilly and wet winter months. While you layer up to head outdoors with your little furball, make sure they are properly prepared for the elements. For tips on how to prep, monitor, protect, and help your fourlegged friend through the season, visit kiwimagonline.com/2014/pet-winter-tips

12 WAYS TO ADD MEANING TO THE HOLIDAY The holidays are about so much more than presents and parties. Create traditions of giving and goodwill that your children can carry with them as they grow into compassionate and caring adults. Our 12 tips will help spark this meaningful movement for all family members, young and old. kiwimagonline.com/2009/12/12-ways-to-add-meaning-to-this-holiday-season

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BAKE YOUR WAY THROUGH THE HOLIDAYS ‘Tis the season to take your sugary celebrations to the next level by adding some wholesome ingredients from these better-for-you brands.

BOB’S RED MILL

Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Pie Crust Mix takes the guesswork out of gluten-free dessert! With this exceptional mix, it’s “easy as pie” to make a delicious, flaky crust that works wonderfully with any recipe.

Try with your pies and quiches!

Our Moms Said: Mandy S. - “I can honestly say this is the first pie crust mix that didn’t tear all over for me! It’s great!”

Hannah B. - “We LOVED the Bob’s Red Mill Gluten Free Pie Crust Mix! We have tried lots of gluten free pie crusts including making our own, but none can compare to Bob’s Red Mill!”

DR. BRONNER’S WHOLE KERNEL ORGANIC VIRGIN COCONUT OIL Dr. Bronner’s Whole Kernel Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is made from fresh-pressed and unrefined coconuts. Versatile and delicious with a rich nutty flavor, Dr. Bronner’s Whole Kernel Organic Virgin Coconut Oil can be used for cooking, as a nutritional supplement, make-up remover, oral care, and more!

Mix into your muffins, breads, and brownies!

Our Moms Said: Karen McMaster - “...It stood up to recipes and made homemade cookies and candies so flavorful and made the chocolate so glossy and we know it adds a healthy element as well.”

COFFEEISMYBLOODTYPE - “...Not only did I add dead sea salt to some to make my own body scrub, but I was also able to use it as a make-up remover and in my cooking and baking. I am so in love with this product and it will continue to be a staple in my home.”

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KING ARTHUR FLOUR

Baking with joy since 1790, King Arthur Flour is America’s oldest flour company. For 225 years they have remained committed to their centuriesold mission to build community through baking. Believing in the power of baked goods to do good, their program Bake for Good is about bringing people together to bake, which in turn helps community members in need.

Perfect for cookies, cakes, and beyond!

Our Moms

Bonnie G. - “I have never had my baked goods come out as great as they did this past weekend. I believe the King Arthur Flour played a big role in that!”

Becky O. - “I made a batch of cookies with the King Arthur Flour and the exact same recipe with regular all-purpose white flour, and we compared the two. The King Arthur Flour cookies were the taste-test winners and the texture-test winners!!!!!!!”

GREEN VALLEY ORGANICS LACTOSE-FREE CREAM Green Valley Organics Lactose-Free Cream Cheese is the first lactose-free, real dairy cream cheese on the US market–and it’s organic! With Green Valley Organics, the whole family can enjoy the delicious benefits of real dairy again.

Whip up some cream cheese frosting for carrot cake, cupcakes, or pumpkin bread!

TRUVÍA SWEETENER Truvía® sweetener is natural, zero or reduced calorie sweetness born from the leaves of the stevia plant. For your family-famous baked treats, try Truvía Baking Blend and Truvía Brown Sugar Blend to get the same sweetness, browning and texture you love about sugar and brown sugar, but with 75% fewer calories from sugar.

Bake into your pastries and puddings!

Our Moms Said: Kelly H. - “This is such a high quality product! My mom’s and I made a cheesecake with it and it was by far the best we ever had!”

Lor H. - “This was a good lactose free alternative to cream cheese.

It did have a little bit of a different taste, but it wasn’t bad at all.

All the group members enjoyed it”

Our Moms Said:

Brandy Y. - “The group liked Truvia better than others such as Splenda, and Sweet and Low; due to the taste and natural aspect. Though, price is a bit high for them.”

Melissa B. - “We had a great time making hot cocoa and tea while enjoying chocolate chip cookies. The kids LOVED the cookies!”

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HOLIDAY BAKING GOES AU NATURAL

Decorate your holiday cookies, cakes, and candies with a natural food coloring devoid of any artificial food dyes that may be harmful to kids. ColorKitchen colors are derived from plants like beets, radish, spirulina, and cabbage to offer your confectionary creations endless vibrant and beautiful hues. Learn more at Colorkitchenfoods.com

Do You Know Your Zika Facts?

Want to know what’s in your baby food? The Clean Label Project is here to help!

While purchasing organic and non-GMO products is good for you and your family, these labels do not cover all possible contaminants that may be in your food. That’s where the non-profit Clean Label Project (CLP) comes in. The CLP, through independent lab tests, analyzes the baby food for 130 possible additives and toxins not listed on packaging labels such as: arsenic, lead, cadmium, antibiotic and pesticide residues, mercury, aluminum, nickel, BPA, artificial colors, and sulfites.

Their “CLP Magnified List, Baby Food” concluded that only 20% of the 628 organic and standard food products tested straight from grocery store shelves met their standards of “purest products”.

To learn more and see the full Magnified Baby Food List, visit cleanlabelproject.org/magnified-list.

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Education is the best way to promote prevention of the Zika Virus. All families, especially those with expectant mothers or women wanting to become pregnant, should be informed. Here’s the latest information directly from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): All pregnant women in the US should be •assessed for possible Zika virus exposure and signs or symptoms of Zika during each prenatal care visit.

The most common symptoms of Zika virus disease are fever, rash, joint pain, and con•junctivitis (red eyes). Other symptoms could include muscle pain and headache.

Zika virus may be passed through sex by a person who carries the virus but never • develops symptoms. are currently no reports of transmission of Zika virus infection through breastfeed•ing,There although Zika has been detected in breast milk.

For women and men who have been diagnosed with Zika virus disease or who have • symptoms of Zika after possible exposure to the virus, CDC recommends that women wait at least 8 weeks after their symptoms first appeared before trying to get pregnant, and that men wait at least 6 months before trying to get their partner pregnant.

In addition to microcephaly, doctors have found other problems in pregnancies and • among fetuses and infants infected with Zika virus before birth, such as miscarriage, stillbirth, absent or poorly developed brain structures, defects of the eye, hearing deficits, and impaired growth. Researchers are collecting data to better understand the extent of Zika virus’ impact on mothers and their children.

Learn more at: cdc.gov/PreventZika

FESTIVE FLAVORS MEET GREEN SUPERFOODS

Add some holiday cheer to your children’s nutrition with the Amazing Grass seasonal selections of certified organic, non-GMO, vegan, and gluten-free Green Superfood powders. These tasty treats can be added to any liquid or smoothie to give your kids an extra kick of delicious nutrition. The alkalizing greens and antioxidant-rich fruits will give your little elves all the energy they need to power through school mornings and snow-filled afternoons until they’re snug in their beds.

Choose from three delicious, seasonal flavors: Holiday Cookie, Pumpkin Spice, and Chocolate Peppermint.

Learn more at amazinggrass.com

CUTE CARDS THAT GIVE BACK Looking for a unique way to announce the birth of your little one? Leave it to LovePop Cards to share the good news in an adorable 3D fashion.

The sweetness doesn’t stop there—LovePop has a card for every occasion! Make sure you check out their line of student-designed cards created through their partnership with The Possible Project, a nonprofit organization instilling entrepreneurial skills in underprivileged youth.

Explore their full line of cards at lovepopcards.com

Baby, it’s Cold Outside

Warm up this winter with the comforting flavors of The Republic of Tea’s limited edition seasonal collection. Try Sip and Be Merry for a wintry spiced black tea, or Peppermint Bark for a refreshing, cool herb tea.

Find their natural, unbleached tea bags in festive tins on republicoftea.com.

Color the Walls With Your Child’s Creativity!

CanvasOnDemand’s new Coloring Wallpaper is perfect for your pint-sized Picasso. Let their imagination fill the walls without leaving any permanent damage. These easily-removable wallpapers come in multiple patterns to offer your little artist a chance to paint the big picture. Keep it green by using eco-friendly markers or crayons!

Find more styles at canvasondemand.com/collections/coloring-wallpaper

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HEALTHY FAMILIES

READINGCORNER

By Mary Talalay

Eve. He dreams that a blanket of snow covers him and his animals but awakens to find that it wasn’t a dream! Kids will love peeking under the “flap” of snow to find more animals!

Tractor Mac Saves Christmas by Billy Steers ($9, Farrar, Straus and Giroux, ages 2-5) From the beloved Tractor Mac series comes a new adventure in which the lovable four-wheeler takes on a heavy snow that threatens to stop the town’s annual Christmas tree lighting. This book—with its colorful illustrations and diagrams of tractor parts—has an oldfashioned appeal and espouses the warmth of the holidays.

Each December, my family loves to unpack our many boxes of holiday items. One box—the really heavy one—is especially cherished because it holds our holiday books. Reading these stories helps us get into the spirit of the season and remember years past—with all of us reaching for our special favorites.

Librarian Jan Battista has a similar experience at the K-8 Saints Simon and Jude School in West Chester, PA, where students love to choose from the holiday books she sets out. “These books provide an excitement for reading that’s hard to create at other times of the year,” says Battista. Books can also give insight into the deeper meanings and traditions behind the commercial hustle and bustle the season often brings. Four of our favorite new titles: Dream Snow by Eric Carle ($10, Philomel, ages 0-3) In this sturdy board book, Carle’s colorful collage illustrations tell the tale of a kind farmer who wonders how the holiday can arrive when there is no snow on Christmas

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Oskar and the Eight Blessings by Richard and Tanya Simon ($18, Roaring Book Press, ages 4-8) Oskar arrives in Manhattan on the seventh day of Hanukkah and Christmas Eve in 1938. His world was shattered by the events leading up to World War II, and his parents made the heartbreaking choice to send Oskar away with the parting words, “Look for the blessings.” Readers can trace his steps through the city as he encounters many strangers who indeed prove to be blessings. This book crosses cultures, religions, and generations to weave a tale of hope and light.

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Help your kids get into the holiday spirit—and excited about reading—with one of these seasonal titles.

Reindeer Wish by Lori Evert ($18, Random House, ages 3-7) Author Lori Evert and her photographer husband Per Breiehagen create winter magic in this story of a girl who rescues a reindeer. The mountains provide the perfect backdrop to the charming text, which is accompanied by photo illustrations of their daughter, Anja, wearing a pointy red hat as she rides her way through the terrain.

HEALTHY FAMILIES

MOVIETIME

By Maureen brown

HOLIDAY MUST-SEE MOVIES!

KIWI magazine has partnered with Common Sense Media to bring you family-friendly flicks full of holiday cheer

It’s a Wonderful Life (Age 8-10)

This 1946 piece of cinematic history stands the test of time for it’s impeccable storytelling and iconic characters.

You’ll fall in love with George Bailey and his larger-than-life aspirations as they clash with the realities of small-town hardships. in a life-affirming story of joy and redemption.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Lost Christmas

(Age 2-4)

Introduce your little ones to the lovable and enduring Peanuts gang through this classic tale that highlights the true meaning of Christmas.

The playful narrative and iconic musical score will make this an instant favorite for both kids and parents to enjoy together year after year.

Prep & Landing (Age 5-7)

Go behind the scenes with the unsung heroes of Santa’s Workshop as they gear up for another flawless Christmas season until their best-laid plans go wildly awry. These elves-on-a-mission will have you on the edge of your seat in this imaginative spin on the night before Christmas.

(Age 10-12)

This touching holiday tale sheds light on love, loss, and how to carry on in the face of adversity. With magical elements this story offers wonder and awe to the sometimes sad realities of everyday life.

Home for the Holidays (Age 13+)

Get an irreverent glimpse into a flawed family of characters as they head home for Thanksgiving. This raucous comedy brings plenty of laughs with a touch of sentiment as the dysfunctional, yet loving clan comes together for the holidays.

Common Sense Media, a nonprofit organization, takes the guesswork out of choosing media and technology for your children through their comprehensive review and rating system meant to foster positivity and quality in the content our kids consume.

Learn more: commonsensemedia.org

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By Mary Talalay

at-home herbal helpers Tackle your kid’s common ailments with these simple solutions—straight from your own kitchen. by Dana Wilkosz

THE PROBLEM: Cold and flu season has hit your

household, leaving your child with a sore throat and a pesky cough.

Herbal remedy: Thyme is great for loosening mucus in the lungs, and honey helps soothe sore throats, says Andrea Candee, a master herbalist and author of Gentle Healing for Baby and Child.

Plus, since honey is a natural preservative, you can keep this sweet-tasting syrup in your fridge all winter long for colds, coughs, and sore throats.

THYME-HONEY SYRUP 2 cups of water 1 ounce dried thyme leaves 1 cup honey

1. Boil the water in a small saucepan.

2. Remove from heat and add thyme leaves. Steep,

covered, for about 30 minutes until cool.

3. Strain the liquid into a glass jar. Mix in the honey.

4. Store, refrigerated, for up to three months.

Makes about 2 cups.

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Dosage: For kids 10 and younger, give one teaspoon of the

syrup several times a day, as needed; give two teaspoons for kids between 11 and 13. For teens and adults: one tablespoon, as needed. (Remember, don’t give honey to babies under a year old, since it contains bacteria that can make them sick.)

THE PROBLEM: Your child is feeling anxious about an

upcoming math test, and is complaining that his head hurts and his tummy aches.

Herbal remedy: “Many times headaches can be caused from indigestion or a nervous stomach,” says McBride. Peppermint, known for being a digestive aid, also increases circulation to the head.

PEPPERMINT TEA 1 cup water 2 teaspoons peppermint leaves, chopped

1. Bring water and peppermint leaves

to a boil.

2. Remove from heat and let the

leaves steep for 30 minutes.

3. Strain the liquid. Then, reheat and

serve warm.

Makes 1 cup.

Dosage: Have your child drink ½ cup at the onset of

a headache, and then another ½ cup up to twice a day as needed. If the peppermint flavor is too strong, you can dilute it with ¼ cup of water, advises McBride.

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s a parent, it can be tough to know the best way to help your child when she’s not feeling well—especially when you’re hoping to stick to a natural solution and still get her better fast. One option: Herbal remedies. “Kids usually respond very well to natural remedies,” says Kami McBride, an herbalist and author of The Herbal Kitchen. “Many over-the-counter meds have side effects, especially when you use them long term—herbal remedies are less expensive and don’t carry the risk.” The best part: You can make many of them at home. These three simple recipes are a good place to start.

THE PROBLEM: Dry winter air has left your little one’s

skin parched and rough.

Herbal remedy: “Many children’s body-care products contain chemicals and petroleum-based ingredients,” McBride says. The olive oil in this natural skin salve is chock-full of nutrients that soothe the skin—and the beeswax helps to solidify the olive oil so it can be used as a moisturizer.

three tips to know 1. Before you start tackling alternative remedies, do your research and talk to an herbalist, advises McBride. One place to start: The American Herbalists Guild (AHG), where you can find registered herbalists by state who have been granted membership to the AHG (americanherbalistsguild.com).

2. When buying herbs, make sure you’re getting them

DRY SKIN SALVE ¼ cup olive oil 2 tablespoons beeswax

from a reputable source, like a local herb or health food store, advises Candee. Or try a well-known online source, like Frontier Natural Products Co-Op

1. Add the olive oil and beeswax to a small saucepan.

2. Simmer over low heat until the beeswax is melted.

3. Pour the mixture into a sterilized container (like a

small mason jar) and cool completely before using.

Makes about ¼ cup.

Dosage: Apply liberally to your

child’s skin in the morning and before bed, particularly on dry, patchy areas like elbows, knees, and lips (but it’s best to avoid the rest of face).

(frontiercoop.com).

3. Look for herbs listed by their Latin name (like mentha x piperita for peppermint), which can help ensure you’re choosing the right one. For help, check out the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine’s website, where herbs are listed by their common name as well as their Latin one (nccam.nih. gov). Also important: choose herbs that are aromatic and colorful, says McBride—if they’re brown or lifeless, they’re old and won’t work as well.

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7 ways to green the world now… so your kids will CLOTH-DIAPER WHEN YOU CAN No doubt about it, it’s so much easier to drop a dirty diaper in the garbage and call it a day. But when you consider the mind-boggling environmental cost of the 27 billion disposable diapers American parents use each year, you’ll probably agree that cloth is the way to go. Disposable diapers are the third singlelargest consumer item in landfills, and account for roughly 50 percent of household waste for families that use them. They eat up natural resources, too. Before your baby is potty trained, her disposables will use more than 300 pounds of wood, 50 pounds of petroleum, and 20 pounds of chlorine each year.

Going cloth means you’re adding less waste to our landfills and saving more natural resources. While it’s true that you do use water and electricity to wash cloth diapers, the former is a renewable HIT THE FARMERS’ MARKET resource, and we’re not in danger of running out of the latter anytime soon. But the landfills where disposable diapers sit and don’t “Shopping at farmers’ markets and cooking together break down are a finite resource, because there’s only so many as a family is not only empowering, it’s fun and deliplaces we can deposit waste, says Catherine Bolden, former chair cious, too,” says Terry Walters, author of Clean Food. Locally of the Real Diaper Industry Association, a nonprofit advocating produced foods tend to use fewer pesticides and packaging, cloth diaper use. You’re also putting fewer chemicals into the enand require less energy to transport to market. Sure, shopvironment: Most conventional disposable diapers contain chemping at the farmers’ market all the time might not be realistic, ical byproducts of the chlorine bleaching process called dioxins, not least because sometimes a preschooler just needs some known carcinogens that can disrupt the development and cheddar bunny snacks. And that’s okay. Even if you don’t live function of babies’ endocrine glands and alter normal hormone near a farmers’ market, there are other ways to support lolevels. Once the diapers are tossed in a landfill, those dioxins can cal agriculture: Shop at grocery stores that sell some produce leach out into surface and groundwater, potentially polluting mafrom local farms (even many conventional supermarkets are rine life and drinking water, Bolden says. starting to do this in the summer months), or eat at restauHappily, you don’t have to cloth-diaper 100 percent of the rants that source locally-produced ingredients. “Every time time to make a difference. Use disposables when you and your you choose local, you take another step closer to a sustainchild are out for the day or when she’s at daycare, and try experiable food system, and to the health of people and the planet,” menting with cloth versions in the evening or on the weekends while you’re hanging out at home. “Every cloth diaper you reuse is one less disposable that ends up in the landfill,” Bolden says.

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SHOP SECONDHAND

From cribs to coats to soccer cleats, kids need a lot of stuff. If you’re like the average U.S. family, you’ll spend nearly $16,000 on child-related expenses before your baby’s first birthday, plenty of it on gear and clothing. Things don’t change when kids get older, either. Parents report spending nearly $700 per child on items like clothes, shoes, and backpacks at the start of a new school year alone, finds the National Retail Federation.

And while you can’t control the fact that your child keeps growing and that she needs a tutu one month and

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a field hockey stick the next, there’s no reason to constantly shell out for stuff that’s brand new. Though safety dictates that certain items—like cribs and bike helmets—are best bought new, relying on secondhand clothing, books, and toys keeps tons of items out of our rapidly-filling trash dumps (make sure toys or sports equipment are still in working condition, and check cpsc.gov for any product recalls). You can score big at thrift stores or garage sales, as well as on resale sites like thredup.com.

You can also host a neighborhood swap; parents trade baby and kid clothes and gear they no longer need for stuff they can use. Just be sure to tell attendees to bring clean items only, and arrange for a thrift shop to pick up the stuff that no one wants once the swap is over, says

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CHOOSE ORGANIC FOR NON-FOOD ITEMS, TOO

Can you imagine a future without bees buzzing in the summertime, or a childhood that’s completely devoid of the chance to spot a cute little frog while playing by the pond? It’s a real possibility, thanks to chemical pesticides that are used to grow conventional crops all over the world. “Pesticide use can negatively impact sensitive species like bees, birds, bats, and fish, which can affect biodiversity by reducing the healthy mix in the ecosystem of our flora and fauna,” says Kristin Schafer, policy and communications director for the Pesticide Action Network, which works to replace hazardous pesticides with more ecologically sound alternatives.

And when it comes to ecosystems, fewer animals and insects isn’t the only concern.

“Plants can develop resistance to herbicides, then take over and become invasive superweeds,” Schafer says. And to fight those, you need to use even stronger pesticides—and more of them. In other words, relying on chemicals to grow our crops now will only force us to end up using even more chemicals in the future.

Choosing more organic produce, meats, dairy, and other edibles is one of the best ways to avoid pesticides and show your support for growers that don’t use them. But conventionally-grown crops are used to make plenty of non-food items, too, like the cotton for your child’s bedsheets or T-shirts, or the plant oils for her lotion and body wash. That means it’s important to buy organic with everything you can. “There are so many chemicals that we’re putting intentionally into the environment, and they’re already out there in levels that we know can harm. The sooner we can reduce [pesticide use], the more quickly those ecosystems can rebound,” says Schafer.

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USE GREEN CLEANERS START A CARPOOL

Sopping up juice spills and mopping down mud tracks are par for the course while you’re raising a family. But when it comes to leaving the planet clean and pristine, the chemical ingredients found in conventional cleaners only make for a bigger mess.

Take triclosan, an antibacterial agent used in many antibacterial cleaners—most of which eventually end up going down the drain and into the water supply, since water treatment plants aren’t required to remove it. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, it’s one of the most common chemical compounds found in U.S. streams. And triclosan poses a big problem for aquatic life, because it’s toxic to algae and can turn into dioxin (yup, the same carcinogen that shows up in disposable diapers) upon reacting with the sun’s UV rays. But guess what? The FDA says triclosan isn’t actually any more effective at fighting germs than plain old soap and water—so there’s really no reason to use products that contain the stuff.

Instead, spring for plant-based cleaners. “They’re made of ingredients found in nature, and are biodegradable,” says Linda Mason Hunter, author of Green Clean. And you don’t even have to go out and buy a whole raft of products. “If you have baking soda, distilled white vinegar, lemons, castile soap, and salt, you really can clean most of your house,” Hunter says. Though store-bought green cleaners get the job done, too, be aware of greenwashing.

“Terms like ‘nontoxic’ and ‘natural’ have no legal meaning, so anyone can put them on a product label,” says Hunter. Look for cleaners that are certified by the nonprofit organization Green Seal, which means they’ve been tested to meet rigorous environmental standards.

Fact: The U.S. makes up 5 percent of the world’s population but has 30 percent of the world’s cars, which are responsible for more than half of global automotive CO2 emissions.

What’s more, as we shuffle our kids to school, soccer, ballet, and trumpet lessons, there’s no denying that parentchauffeurs are part of the gas-spewing problem. But that also means we can be part of the solution. And while getting a gaggle of kids from point A to point B on a bike or a crowded city bus sounds mildly nightmarish, carpooling is one eco-friendlier mode of transportation that’s perfect for busy families. Here are three quick tips to make your rides that much smoother: MAKE A FIRM PLAN Once you have your carpooling group and a mapped out schedule (Google Calendar makes it a cinch), lay the ground rules with a carpool agreement. (Find a sample agreement at drivelesssavemore.com.)

That way, there’s a protocol in place for dealing with things like fuel costs, lateness, or if a parent has to drop GO OUTSIDE AND PLAY a driving shift.

KEEP IT SIMPLE EncourYou know that when kids get their entertainment from the great outdoors, they rely less on age parents to provide just electronic toys and use fewer carbon-emitting technologies—like the electricity used to power one contact number each. the TV or video game console. That’s a great thing, but it’s a minuscule benefit compared to the power“Multiple numbers will ful effects natural play can have on your child’s capacity for environmental stewardship. According to only confuse the driver, and a 2011 Nature Conservancy report, kids who have meaningful experiences in nature are more likely to not being able to reach the care about environmental issues. “The natural world lends itself to imaginative play. Children can do caregiver is anxiety-proand discover things with a degree of sensory richness and possibility that nothing man-made rivals. voking and time-wasting,” Exploring that world gives children a sense of autonomous discovery and competence that’s fundamental says Topher McGibbon, to psychological development,” says Louise Chawla, Ph.D., professor of the Program in Environmental founder of child transport Design at the University of Colorado Boulder. service Kid Car NY. Unsurprisingly, kids who live in rural areas have more contact with nature—and more knowledge ORGANIZE SEATING Load about it—than their urban counterparts. But whether you live on a country road or in a high-rise your car in the order of building, if your child is like most, she might be more interested in video games or the computer than drop-off so that you don’t climbing trees. If the old “Go out and play!” doesn’t work, know that your kid will more likely want have kids getting in and to spend time in nature if she sees you doing it, too, says Chawla. (Try exercising outside instead of out of the car or climbing at the gym, or enlist your child’s help when you’re working in the garden.) Getting other families on over each other at every board with outdoor play also helps. “If you send your child out to play and there’s no one else there, stop, recommends Barbara that’s not very enticing,” Chawla says. So partner with other neighborhood families and encourage Reich, author of Secrets of everyone’s kids to spend more time exploring outside, like with a scavenger hunt. Not only will your an Organized Mom. kid be more excited to run out the door and have fun with her friends, you’ll be planting the seeds for a whole new green-minded generation.

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The

Inspire Entertain Give Back

HOLIDAY Gift Guide

For the kid, and the kid inside all of us.

Have a gift-giving good time!

By Maureen Brown & Victoria Zeitz

PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF BURT’S BEES

STYLISH SLEEPER 100% Organic Cotton Twinkle Bee Sleeper ($12.95, burtsbeesbaby.com)

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Kids

gifts for

COMFY & COZY Bundle your precious babes in these certified organic, pesticide- and chemicalfree SoftBaby Organic onesies, blankets, booties, and caps. (Starts at $24.99, soft-baby-clothes.com).

SNUGGLE BUDDIES Cuddle up with these one-of-a-kind stuffed animals from the cate & levi Collection, handmade from reclaimed wool and eco-friendly polar fleece. Create your own fun with their line of hand puppets.

(Starts at $19.99, cateandlevi.com).

BUSHELS OF FUN Encourage healthy eating from a young age with this imaginative wooden Field to Farmstand Playset. ($19.99, shop.pbskids.org, Whole Foods Market).

MODEL MOLDERS

PLANT-BASED PLAYTIME You can feel safe giving your bambinos this environmentallyconscious 2-1 Stacker from Kids Preferred Bioserie that uses USDA certified 100% biobased bioplastic raw materials with no trace of harmful substances like BPA, PVC, Phthalates, Styrenes, and heavy metals.($20, bioserie. com, amazon.com).

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Foster creative play with this all-natural, organic eco-dough by eco-kids, made from fruit and veggie extracts. ($19.95, bellalunatoys.com).

OH, BABY! Educate your children on the joys of adoption with this beautiful line of dolls and accessories from the Middleton Doll adoption series.(Starts at $39.99, Madamealexander.com).

SWEET SOUNDS Create your own family band with these colorful Stephen Joseph Instruments that may just inspire the next Ringo Star.

(Starts at $6.90, stephenjosephgifts.com).

IT’S A HIT Have some family fun indoors or outdoors with this responsibly sourced wooden Safari Animals Croquet Set. ($29.99, shop. pbskids.org, Whole Foods Market).

GET CARRIED AWAY These Props in a Bag inspire a whole storyline right from your child’s imagination. Plus, you can download a free app to capture all the movie magic. ($29.99, propsinabox.com, Toys R Us).

RIDE IN STYLE Teach your kids to ride a bike without the complication of pedals with Strider Balance Bike & Base—perfect for 2-year-olds, kids with special needs, adults learning to ride, and everyone in between. Now with a rocking base for babies. (sold separately) (Bike $119.99, Base $79.99, striderbikes.com).

BRAIN GAMES With the ability to personalize, Paper Culture’s twist on the classic memory game can help your little ones learn names and faces of everyone from Grandma and Grandpa on down to Sadie the dog—plus it’s made from 100% recycled paper! ($24.99, paperculture.com).

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MINI MAD SCIENTISTS Inspire your budding scientists with these creative experiment Blue Moon Box Sets, excellent as a one-time gift or monthly subscription (One-month subscription $25, bluemoonbox.com).

CALLING ALL CODERS! Introduce coding to your kids with the Osmo Coding gaming accessory for iPads meant to teach problem solving and logic skills. ($49, playosmo.com/en/).

LAYER UP Perfect for beginners, this Quickto-Knit Scarf Kit comes with easy instructions to knit a cozy, 100% wool scarf ($19.95, bellalunatoys.com).

BEND & STRETCH With The Little Yoga Mat, your tiny yogis will get a mat that’s earth-friendly, biodegradable, recyclable, hypoallergenic, and designed to fit their size. ($65, thelittleyogamat.com).

ZEN OUT Introduce yoga and mindfulness to your kids with Meddy Teddy, an ultra-flexible buddy bear—Namaste. ($29.95, meddyteddy. com).

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gifts for the

Family

PAJAMA PARTY Sleep stylishly in the Burt’s Bees Family Jammies Collection, full of 100% organic cotton adult onesies, pajama sets, lounge pants, and more. (Baby starts at $12.95, kids $19.95, adults $24.95, burtsbeesbaby.com).

HANG TEN Beautiful and quality-driven design encapsulates these Paper Culture Bamboo Art pieces made with eco-friendly bamboo that biodegrades quickly and requires less water to grow.

(Starts at $32, paperculture.com)

FOODIE FIND Blend your smoothies, shake your shakes, and chop your veggies in the Oster ProÂŽ 1200 Blender Plus Food Processor ($89.99, oster.com).

Coupon Alert! Get $10 off any Oster blender worth $39 or more at Target. Visit coupons. target.com/deals/oster-coupons

SNAP & SAVE Store your cherished pictures and family videos with this Picture Keeper drive that connects right to your phone. ($119.99, picturekeeper.com)

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Mom

gifts for SOFT SKIN IS IN Winter skin deserves a little extra attention. Nourish, moisturize, and sooth sore muscles with the ArnicaMenthol Organic Magic Balm & Baby Unscented Organic Magic Balm(($9.99, $7.99, drbronner.com).

SAVE THE TREES, PLEASE Gorgeous design meets conscious consumerism with these beautiful Paper Culture Stationery sets made from 100% post consumer recycled paper—a new tree is planted for every order. (Pack of ten starts at $24.90, paperculture.com).

FASHION WORTH BUYING DEAL ME IN This pretty and portable Natural Beauty Skincare Deck from Deckopedia features DIY recipes for healthy skin. ($19.95, deckopedia. com).

Give mom a cherished piece of personalized jewelry with this Layered Identity Necklace made from all recycled materials right here in the US. With every piece of jewelry purchased, one plate of food will be donated to those in need. (Starts at $95, nashelle.com).

SPA DAY Treat your favorite expectant mama to some soothing pregnancy essentials by Preggo + Pampered that are chemical and cruelty free, non-GMO, and all natural. ($45, annanaturals.com)

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gifts for

Dad

NO SMALL FEAT Get the guy in your life a gift that gives back with this Conscious Step Sock Box that supports the less fortunate worldwide through varied and worthy causes. ($44.95, consciousstep.com).

SIP SMARTER Whether you want your liquids hot or cold, the Hydro Flask TempShield double wall insulation feature will keep your drink at the optimal degree through any adventure or climate.

Hydrate and personalize— with more than 1830,000 color combinations, then sip to perfection. (Starts at $21.95, hydroflask.com).

GROOMING GEAR Give the gift of natural grooming with the ManCave Originals Set. You’ll love that this set is vegan/vegetarian friendly, cruelty free, and devoid of parabens, sulfates, synthetic dyes, and petrochemicals. ($49.50, mancaveinc.com).

ECO ATHLEISURE Zip into these soft and cozy Pact Apparel Hoodies and Sweatpants made for the master relaxer from sweatshop free, ethically sourced materials. (Hoodies $44.99, Sweatpants $55 wearpact.com).

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Reading

Give the gift of

Foster creative and curious minds this holiday season by spreading the joy of a good book.

STUCK INSIDE CREATIVITY BOOK ($12.99, National Geographic Kids)

Perfect for the creative little one in your life, this awesome spiral-bound book contains over 150 reusable stickers along with stencils, trivia, puzzles, and more.

A Field Guide to Fantastical Beasts

by Olento Salaperäinen ($14.95, Sterling Publishing)

Let your child explore mythical and legendary creatures from around the world with this awesome book. Each creature has an accompanying illustration, historical reference guide, and example of its use in popular culture.

VINCENT’S STARRY NIGHT AND OTHER STORIES THE BAREFOOT BOOK OF CHILDREN

by Tessa Strickland & Kate DePalma, Illustrated by David Dean ($19.99, Barefoot Books)

This book is the perfect way to introduce your child to the amazing world around them.

Hand-painted illustrations and simple text invite children to learn about other people, their cultures, the differences between us, and most importantly, the similarities.

by Michael Bird, Illustrated

by Kate Evans ($29.95, Laurence King Publishing)

Beautifully illustrated, this wonderful book presents 68 enthralling short stories to introduce young readers to the lives and works of history’s greatest artists. Each story is an approachable 2-4 pages in length and includes images of the artwork discussed.

ASPCA kids: Pet Rescue Club: A Puppy Called Disaster

by Rose Hapkins ($5.99 Studio Fun)

Teach your kids compassion for our four-legged friends in this story that promotes community spirit and teamwork in the face of adversity. Use this as an opportunity to teach your kids about animal rescue—part of the proceeds from the Pet Rescue Club series goes directly to the ASPCA.

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The Little Boy Who Lost His Name & The Little Girl Who Lost Her Name

by David Cadji-Newby & Pedro Serapicos (from $24.99, LostMy.Name)

This imaginative story captures the adventure of a lost name and the journey it takes to find it again. With extensive personalization, from your child’s name, gender, and physical appearance, down to the creatures that appear throughout the pages, this gorgeous book is sure to be a treasured keepsake.

The Shark Whisperer

by Ellen Prager, Illustrated by Antonio Javier Caparo ($9.95, Mighty Media Junior Readers) A COZY COLORING COOKBOOK

by Adrianna Adarme ($15.99, Rodale Books)

An excellent choice for teens and beyond, this cookbook combines the coloring trend with delicious, yet simple recipes for an awesome, interactive gift!

Grab some colored pencils to bring these pages to life as you wait for your tasty creations to cook.

Science and adventure go hand-in-hand in this first volume of the Tristan Hunt and the Sea Guardians trilogy. Written by a marine scientist, these novels have been likened to an “underwater Harry Potter” by National Geographic.

EVEN SUPERHEROES HAVE BAD DAYS

by Shelly Becker, Illustrated by Eda Kaban ($14.95, Sterling Children’s Books)

FARMERS MARKET CREATEAND-PLAY ACTIVITY BOOK

by Deanna F. Cook ($14.95, Storey Publishing)

This activity book has all the essentials, in easy-to-punch-out pieces, to bring the farmstand home! Explore the garden, play on the farm, and go to market with this educational and interactive workbook sure to keep your little one busy for hours.

Fun, vibrant, action-packed illustrations accompany rhyming text in this charming book on how to cope when you have a bad day. With a universal message, this story helps kids learn how to handle their emotions.

Ada Twist, Scientist

by Andrea Beaty, Illustrated

by David Roberts ($17.95, Abrams Books for Young Readers)

Part of a larger series of bestselling picture books, this entertaining tale champions girl power and female scientists. Readers of all ages will adore Ada’s curiosity and passion shown through whimsical rhymes and illustrations.

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Tallahassee, Florida The Big Bend area boasts many beautiful waterways for families to explore.

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Want to beat those winter blues with a family getaway? The Florida capital offers the perfect mix of earth-friendly fun for all ages.

By Samantha Mellone

PHOTO COURTESY OF VISIT TALLAHASSEE.

Eco Escape

PHOTO COURTESY OF VISIT TALLAHASSEE.

Adventure Out

Clockwise from top: Cascades Park features fountains to cool off in; Visitors can get up close and personal with small marine life; 3 different zip line courses give you a bird’s-eye view.

Get closer to nature at these four spots.

Hit the water with Harry Smith Outdoors. They offer group kayaking tours (at all levels) down the Apalachicola state river where kids can spot turtles, gators, and manatees. Take the trip up a notch by turning it into an overnight camping trip in one of the state forests.

Pack a picnic and head to the old water reclaimer site, which was recently upcycled into Cascades Park. The renovated landmark features a play area crafted from recycled telephone poles and preserved cypress trees.

Connect with nature at the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab where kids can learn about the local turtle conservatory efforts and get up close and personal with the reptilian residents.

Fly through the sky at Tree to Tree Adventures at the Tallahassee Museum.

The three-hour zip line course teaches kids independence as they soar over wildlife exhibits and colorful dinosaur statues made from recycled car parts.

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Time Travel

Take the whole family on a history lesson with a visit to these three sites.

At the living history museum, Mission San Luis, kids can interact with European settlers and Apalachee tribe members from the 16th century. Families can also explore ancient skills and traditions like growing herb gardens or crafting nails with the help of a blacksmith.

Clockwise from top: The Mission offers visitors a chance to travel back to the year 1703; The Soda Fountain rotates through 200 flavors of ice cream.

Americana classics are on display at the Tallahassee Automobile Museum.

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Jump back in time at Lofty Pursuits, a candy and ice cream emporium where kids can watch as Victorian candy is prepared the old-fashioned way, sans artificial ingredients.

Over 150 different car models from various points in American history are on display at the Tallahassee Automobile Museum—including one that used to be owned by President Lincoln. Bonus: the museum also has a collection of classic toy pedal cars that’s sure to please pint-sized visitors.

Eat Well Clockwise from top: Fresh seafood is readily available in the open-air restaurant; The garden at Backwoods Crossing offers diners a chance to eat amongst the fresh ingredients; You can brunch like a local at the Paisley Café with quality ingredients and service.

Local farms are a favorite when it comes to supplying Tallahassee’s eateries.

To stay sustainable and support the community, Saltwater Seafood Company’s ocean fare is sourced from the Florida Gulf whenever possible.

Farm-to-table becomes undeniably real at Backwoods Crossing, whose menu is sourced from the garden just outside the front door and a nearby ranch.

Almost every recipe offered at the Paisley Café has seven ingredients or less—it’s the definition of food made simple.

Special Events: Visit fun4tallykids.com to check out what local events fall during your stay.

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HEARTY and HEALTHY Who says warming winter fare needs

to be heavy? Not you, thanks to these veggie-rich meals, sides, and more!

Black Bean

Kale

Quesadillas Quesadillas have always been a kid favorite—but now, with kale, black beans, and sweet grape tomatoes they've never before packed so much nutrition.

Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 15 minutes 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed ½ cup jarred salsa, plus more for serving ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 pint grape tomatoes, halved 1 large ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and diced 1 cup steamed kale, finely chopped ¼ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper ¼ teaspoon chili 2012 powder 58 kiwi october/november Juice of 1 lime

4 large corn tortillas 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 cup fat-free Greek yogurt 3 chives, sliced 1. In a large bowl, combine the beans, salsa, cilantro, tomatoes, avocado, kale, salt, pepper, chili powder, and lime juice. Mash with a fork until smooth.

2. Spread ½ cup of the bean mixture onto half of each tortilla. Sprinkle each with ¼ cup cheese.

3. Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Fold each tortilla in half and place in the prepared skillet, one at a time. Cook over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes, turning to brown both sides and melt the cheese.

4. Transfer the quesadillas to a plate and slice each into four triangles. Serve with yogurt, salsa, and chives.

Serves 4 Per serving: calories 455, fat 18 g, protein 23 g, carbohydrates 49 g, dietary fiber 15 g

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KIWI recommends ORGANIC ingredients

Veggie-Stuffed Poblano

Peppers

Poblano peppers have a hearty, warming flavor, making them perfect for chilly winter nights.

The peppers have a mild spice, but if your family isn’t a fan of the heat, substitute sweet red bell peppers instead.

Active time: 20 minutes Total time: 1 hour ¹⁄³ cup wild rice 4 large poblano peppers 2 teaspoons olive oil 5 white mushrooms, chopped 1 cup frozen corn kernels 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed

¼ ¼ 1 ¼ 2 1

teaspoon sea salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper cup jarred salsa cup ground cashews tablespoons ground flaxseeds cup fresh basil leaves, finely chopped

1. Preheat oven to 475° and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cook the rice according to package directions.

2. Use a fork to poke a few holes in each pepper. Rub peppers with olive oil and place on prepared baking sheet. Roast, turning once, for 15 to 20 minutes, until softened and slightly blackened. Place the cooked peppers in a paper bag, close tightly, and let sit 5 minutes.

3. Slip the skins off the peppers and slice off the pepper tops. Use a teaspoon to remove the seeds from the peppers.

4. Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Add mushrooms, corn, chickpeas, salt, and pepper, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, until softened. Add the cooked wild rice and cook 5 more minutes, until tender.

5. Spray a 9-by-12-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Stuff each pepper with the wild rice filling and place in the baking dish. Top the peppers with the salsa, cashews, and flaxseeds. Bake for 20 minutes, or until peppers are tender. Garnish with chopped basil and serve.

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Serves 4 Per serving: calories 328, fat 9 g, protein 11 g, carbohydrates 52 g, dietary fiber 9 g

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Honey

Glazed

Turnips

Turnips might sound like a tough sell to kids, but yours will likely be intrigued by the white, carrot-like veggies— especially when they’re glazed with honey and crunchy poppy seeds.

Active time: 5 minutes Total time: 25 minutes 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds large turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch wedges 1 cup green tea, room temperature or cold ¹⁄³ cup honey 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

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¼ teaspoon sea salt ¼ teaspoon freshly ground white pepper 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh sage, for garnish 1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add turnips and cook, stirring once, until they begin to brown, about 3 minutes.

2. Add green tea, honey, poppy seeds, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Uncover, and cook over medium heat for another 10 minutes, or until most of the liquid has cooked off.

3. Transfer turnips to a serving dish and garnish with sage. Serve.

Serves 4 Per serving: calories 157, fat 5 g, protein 2 g, carbohydrates 31 g, dietary fiber 2 g

Spiced

Cranberry

Rice Balls

Pumpkin pie spice and dried cranberries make these rice balls a perfect winter treat, but you can swap them for other flavors at different times of the year, like vanilla and dried strawberries in the spring or lime zest and chopped, dried pineapple in the summer.

Active time: 15 minutes Total time: 4 hours, 45 minutes 2 ¼ 2 ¼ ¼ ½ ½ ½ ½

cups nonfat milk cup dark brown sugar tablespoons honey teaspoon pumpkin pie spice teaspoon sea salt cup Arborio rice cup dried cranberries cup unsweetened coconut flakes cup wheat germ

1. In a large saucepan, combine milk, sugar, honey, pumpkin pie spice, and salt; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add in rice and stir. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until rice is tender, approximately 30 minutes.

2. Transfer rice to a large mixing bowl. Add dried cranberries and mix well to combine.

Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours or overnight.

3. In a shallow bowl, add the coconut flakes and wheat germ and mix well.

4. Use your hands to form the rice mixture into golf-size balls, then roll them in the coconut mixture. Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour. Serve immediately.

Makes 24 balls Per ball: calories 50, fat 1 g, protein 1 g, carbohydrates 10 g, dietary fiber 1 g

Creamy

Cauliflower Soup

Kids will love this soup’s mild sweetness. What you’ll love? That it gets its body from vitamin-rich cauliflower instead of whole milk or cream.

Active time: 25 minutes Total time: 35 minutes

Amie Valpone is a Manhattan-based holistic health coach, culinary nutritionist, personal chef, and food writer.

1 teaspoon olive oil 2 stalks celery, chopped 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped 10 white mushrooms, thinly sliced 1 large head cauliflower, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 5 cups low-sodium vegetable broth 2 teaspoons sea salt 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper ½ teaspoon dried marjoram 2 scallions, thinly sliced, for garnish 1. Warm olive oil over medium heat in a large stockpot. Add celery and onion and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.

2. Add mushrooms, cauliflower, and garlic.

Stir and cook for another 10 minutes. Add vegetable broth, sea salt, oregano, chili powder, pepper, marjoram and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 more minutes.

3. Remove from heat and transfer the mixture in batches to a blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 1 minute. Serve hot, garnished with scallions.

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Serves 4 Per serving: calories 114, fat 2 g, protein 7 g, carbohydrates 23 g, dietary fiber 7 g

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Make their lunch box

Dang good!

• Made from simple ingredients

• Non gmo, gluten free, cholesterol free

• serving has as much fiber and less

• Great for the whole family

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Allergy -Friendly Meals

Families with food allergies will love these recipes, tailored for the tastebuds of little eaters everywhere.

With easy instructions, the whole gang can lend a hand when preparing these grain- and gluten-free meals.

Recipes from The Paleo Kids Cookbook, written by Jennifer Robins and with photography by Jennifer Robins and Jeremy Meek, have been reprinted with the permission of Page Street Publishing Co.

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“Peanot” Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

GRAIN FREE, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, NUT FREE, EGG FREE, SOY FREE

Crispy Sweet Potato Fish Sticks

GRAIN FREE, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, NUT FREE, EGG FREE, SOY FREE I’ve taken that favorite finger food and made them allergy friendly by creating an egg-free, grain-free crust out of sweet potato chips! Your little dunker will love dipping these and you can be confident that all of the ingredients are safe!

MAKES: 4 SERVINGS 4 ounces (112 g) crushed sweet potato chips (fried in avocado, olive or coconut oil) ¹/³ cup (42 g) tapioca starch 1 tsp garlic sea salt ¹/³ cup (60 g) avocado, olive or coconut oil, ghee or sustainable palm shortening ¾ pound (340 g) wild caught cod (or other white fish) 1.Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚C).

2.On a clean plate, combine the sweet potato chips, tapioca starch and garlic sea salt.

3.Preheat the frying oil in a large skillet over medium/high heat.

4.Slice your fish into sticks and dredge them in the breading mixture. If your breading isn’t sticking well, mash the chips smaller and use your fingers to press the breading onto the fish. Fry the coated fish sticks in small batches, flipping them after a minute or so on each side. You’ll want to crisp them up a bit before removing them.

5.Once the fish sticks have been fried briefly, transfer them to a baking rack placed atop a baking sheet. This will help excess oil drain off while your fish sticks continue to cook in the oven.

6.Bake the fish sticks for around 20 minutes.

Remove and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

This is one of my most popular allergy-friendly cookie recipes. In fact, I took it to my doctor as a treat for her son who has strict dietary limitations. She reported back that he absolutely loved them, and then told me I HAD to open a bakery! While I enjoyed the compliment immensely, I am mostly just glad to be able to share these peanut-buttery cookies with warm gushy chocolate chips with those kiddos who normally don’t get such indulgences!

MAKES: 4 SERVINGS ¹/³ cup (46 g) Sunflower Seed Butter (page 111) ¹/³ cup (54 g) arrowroot flour ¹/³ cup (80 ml) 100% organic maple syrup 1 tbsp (6 g) coconut flour 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp 100% vanilla extract

¼ tsp sea salt 1 egg (optional) ²/³ cup (140 g) dairy-, soy- and refinedsugar- free chocolate chips

1. Preheat the oven to 350˚F (175˚C).

2. Combine the sunflower seed butter, maple syrup, egg (or omit) and vanilla. Stir well.

Next add in the salt, arrowroot, coconut flour, chocolate chips and baking soda. Stir once more to combine.

3. Place small spoonfuls onto a foil or parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, checking to prevent burning.

Note: If you want a thicker cookie that spreads less, add a second tablespoon (6 g) of coconut flour to your dough. Also, sunflower seed butter can turn green when baked. This is a completely normal reaction. Most kids are fascinated by the insides of their cookies turning bright green.

FOR LITTLE HANDS: Let your child help by stirring the dough or by placing the dough onto the cookie sheet before baking.

FOR LITTLE HANDS: Allow your child to help smash the chips into crumbs, combine the crust ingredients on a plate and dredge the fish sticks to coat them. Older children may help fry the fish sticks while supervised as well.

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Give Peas a Chance Fritters

GRAIN FREE, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, EGG FREE, NUT FREE, SOY FREE Some kiddos love buttered peas without any fuss or presentation. My kids have even been known to eat them frozen as a snack (odd but true). But some littles just need the extra encouragement when it comes to greens. These fritters are crispy and feel like the perfect finger food when, in fact, they are the perfect green accompaniment to dinner!

GRAIN FREE, GLUTEN FREE, DAIRY FREE, NUT FREE, EGG FREE, SOY FREE

MAKES: 4 SERVINGS 2 tbsp (30 g) + 1⁄4 cup (60 g) ghee, avocado oil or olive oil, divided 1 cup (134 g) cooked green peas ½ cup (80 g) potato starch 2 tbsp (12 g) coconut flour

Allergy-Friendly Waffles

1 tsp garlic sea salt ¼ tsp onion powder Ranch Dressing (page 173), optional

1. Preheat the 2 tablespoons (30 g) of cooking fat in a large skillet over medium/high heat.

2. Combine all of the remaining ingredients (minus the dressing) in a mixing bowl and stir or mix by hand until they are all incorporated evenly. Using your hands, take a small handful and form a patty or disc shaped fritter. Once formed, place your fritter into the hot oil and fry it until crispy, about 3 minutes per side. Remove the fritter and place it on a towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Repeat with remaining dough until it is all used. Serve warm. These are also great dipped in my Ranch Dressing.

FOR LITTLE HANDS: Allow your child to mix all of the ingredients in the mixing bowl and to help shape the fritters. If your child is older, this recipe may be followed start to finish under supervision.

How in the world is it possible to make waffles for your littles when they need to avoid grain, gluten, dairy, eggs AND nuts?! It feels impossible, but it’s not anymore! This recipe is completely allergy-friendly, yet embodies all the crispy perfection that waffles should have.

MAKES: 2 SERVINGS ¹/³ cup (40 g) tapioca starch ¹/³ cup (50 g) potato starch 3 tbsp (18 g) coconut flour ¼ cup (60 g) sustainable palm shortening, melted 3 tbsp (45 ml) 100% maple syrup ²/³ cup (160 ml) coconut milk Pinch salt ½ tsp baking soda Cooking fat for greasing waffle iron Dairy-Free Butter (page 194) 100% maple syrup or local honey

1.Preheat a standard (not Belgian) waffle iron.

Keep in mind that the serving size of this recipe will vary based on how much batter is required to fill your waffle iron.

2.Mix all of the ingredients in a mixing bowl, stirring by hand to remove the lumps. Once the waffle iron is heated, be sure to grease it thoroughly. If not well oiled, your waffles can split apart when opening the iron.

3.Spoon batter into the iron, leaving room for it to spread while cooking. Allow the waffle to cook until your iron indicates it is cooked through, then carefully open your waffle iron and remove the crispy waffle with a fork. Repeat with remaining batter.

4.Serve with my Dairy-Free Butter and 100% maple syrup or honey.

FOR LITTLE HANDS: Allow your child to help mix all the ingredients together and stir. Older helpers may also spoon the batter into the waffle iron while supervised.

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HOLIDAY

TREATS Celebrate the season with these delicious, fruit-filled desserts.

by Jenna Helwig photography by Anastassios Mentis

food styling by Lisa Homa prop styling by Kate Parisian

Ginger-poached pears with raspberry sauce (for recipe go to page 49)

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Coconut and berry bark

Bark is incredibly easy to prepare: Simply melt chocolate, spread it on a baking sheet, and add whatever dried fruit, nuts, or other toppings you’d like. Plus, kids will love to help decorate it!

Active time: 10 minutes Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes (including chilling) 2 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes 1 pound semisweet chocolate chips, chunks, or wafers 1 tablespoon light corn syrup ½ cup dried cranberries ⅓ cup macadamia nuts, roughly chopped ¼ cup dried blueberries

1. Preheat the oven to 350º. Place the coconut on a baking sheet and toast in the oven until golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Set aside.

2. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. In a double boiler melt the chocolate and corn syrup together. Pour the chocolate on the parchment beginning in the middle and spreading it over the paper, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges.

3. Immediately drop the toppings onto the chocolate. Refrigerate for at least an hour, and then break the bark into pieces. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Serves 16

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Apple-cranberry crisp

A hint of orange livens up this yummy crisp.

Choose an apple variety like Gala that will hold its shape when baked. Serve with vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Active time: 25 minutes Total time: 75 minutes ½ cup rolled oats ½ cup light brown sugar ⅓ cup whole wheat flour ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cinnamon, divided ¼ teaspoon nutmeg pinch ground cloves 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, d iced, plus more for greasing the pan 6 Gala apples (about 2½ pounds) ½ cup dried cranberries 1 tablespoon granulated sugar ½ teaspoon grated orange zest

1. Preheat the oven to 375°. Grease a 9-by9-inch baking pan with butter.

2. In a medium-size bowl whisk the oats, brown sugar, wheat flour, salt, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Add the butter. Using two knives, a pastry cutter, or your fingers, blend the butter into the oat mixture until the mixture is crumbly and the butter chunks are the size of peas or smaller. Set aside.

3. Peel and core the apples. Cut them into 1-inch chunks and place in a large bowl.

Add the cranberries, granulated sugar, orange zest, and remaining cinnamon.

4. Pour the apple mixture into the baking pan. Top with the oat mixture. Bake for 4560 minutes, or until the apples are tender.

If the topping is browning too quickly, cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let cool for at least 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Low Maintenance!

No need to invest in an ice cream maker—the dish comes together in a loaf pan in the freezer.

Raspberry-chocolate swirl semifreddo Move over, Carvel. Italian for “partially frozen,” a semifreddo tastes like a light, creamy ice cream cake. But our version offers no preservatives and plenty of raspberries!

Active time: 45 minutes

Total time: 8-10 hours

1½ cups, plus 2 tablespoons heavy cream, chilled 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 10 oz. raspberries ¾ cup, plus 2 ½ tablespoons granulated sugar, divided ¾ cup semisweet chocolate chunks or chips 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 large eggs, room temperature

1. Line a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving at least a two-inch overhang on each side.

2. Using electric mixer, beat 1½ cups heavy cream and vanilla extract in a large, chilled metal bowl just until soft peaks form.

Refrigerate whipped cream.

3. Place raspberries and 2½ tablesp oons of sugar in a blender or food processor and pulse until pureed; set aside.

4. Place chocolate, butter, and 2 tablespoons heavy cream in a bowl set over a pot of simmering water and stir until melted and combined; remove from heat and set aside.

5. Prepare an ice bath in a large bowl.

6. Place two egg yolks and one whole egg and remaining ¾ cup sugar in a medium bowl set over a pot of simmering water.

Beat with hand mixer until mixture is pale and thick (it should resemble cake batter), about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and immediately place bowl in ice bath; continue to stir until mixture is thick and cool, about 3 minutes.

7. Using a rubber spatula, fold chilled whipped cream into custard mixture until thoroughly combined. Gently fold in raspberry puree. Leave partially unmixed to create a swirl effect.

8. To assemble, place a heaping ½ cup of semifreddo mixture into loaf pan and smooth with rubber spatula. Spoon a layer of chocolate on top. Top with another heaping ½ cup of semifreddo mixture and smooth. Repeat layering until all ingredients have been used, ending with a layer of semifreddo.

9. Fold plastic wrap over surface. Place loaf pan in the freezer for at least 8 hours or until set.

10. To serve, remove plastic wrap from surface. Invert pan onto a cutting board and unmold semifreddo. Remove plastic wrap and cut crosswise into ¾-inch-thick slices.

Makes 10 servings Per serving: calories 193, fat 12 g, protein 2 g, carbohydrates 22 g, fiber 2 g, sugar 19 g

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Ginger-poached pears with raspberry sauce (page 45)

A ruby-red raspberry sauce partners perfectly with this gorgeous fruit. Poach the pears the day before serving, this way they’ll be thoroughly chilled and have time to soak up more flavor from the poaching liquid. The sauce can also be made a day ahead.

Active time: 45 minutes Total time: 12 hours (including chilling) For the pears: 4 cups pear juice 2 cups ginger ale ¼ cup sugar 1 cinnamon stick 1 star anise 1 inch ginger, peeled and thickly sliced 8 Bosc pears For the sauce: 10 ounces frozen raspberries ⅓ cup sugar

1. In a large pot bring the pear juice, ginger ale, ¼ cup sugar, cinnamon stick, star anise, and ginger to a simmer.

2. In the meantime, peel the pears, leaving the stems intact. Working from the blossom end of each pear, use a paring knife and/or a melon baller to remove the cores.

3. Place the pears (including stems) in the simmering syrup. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until the pears are tender. Transfer the pears to a storage container. Cover with syrup and refrigerate overnight. Discard remaining syrup.

4. Place the raspberries and ⅓ cup sugar in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes.

Pour the raspberry sauce into a bowl through a finemesh sieve, discarding the seeds.

5. To serve, place the pears on plates and pass the raspberry sauce.

Serves 8 Per serving: calories 153, fat 0 g, protein 1 g, carbo-

Chocolate-pumpkin swirl cake This easy-to-prepare loaf cake has something for everyone—a little bit of pumpkin and a little bit of chocolate with a dash of spicy, rich ginger.

Active time: 20 minutes

Total time: 1 hour, 10 minutes

6 ounces semisweet chocolate chips 1½ cups all-purpose flour ½ cup whole wheat flour 1 cup sugar 2 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon cinnamon

½ teaspoon ground cloves ½ teaspoon nutmeg ½ teaspoon ground ginger 15-ounce can pumpkin puree 2 eggs ½ cup coconut oil, plus more for greasing the loaf pan

1. Preheat the oven to 350°. Grease an 8½-by-4½-inch loaf pan with coconut oil.

2. Melt the chocolate in a double-boiler on the stove-top or in the microwave at 50 percent power in 60-second intervals. Let cool slightly.

3. In a large bowl whisk the flours, sugar, baking powder, salt, and spices.

4. In a medium-size bowl whisk together the pumpkin, eggs, and coconut oil. Add the pumpkin mixture to the flour mixture. Stir until the ingredients are just combined.

5. Transfer half of the batter to a medium-size bowl. Add the chocolate and stir until combined.

6. Dollop large spoonfuls of batter into the loaf pan, alternating between the chocolate batter and the plain pumpkin batter. Don’t worry about doing it evenly. Once all the batter is in the pan, insert a table knife into the batter and make a zigzag across the pan and back again. This will help create a swirl pattern.

7. Bake the bread for 55-65 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out mostly clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Remove the cake from the pan and cool completely on a rack.

Serves 10 Per serving: calories 371, fat 17 g, protein 5 g, carbohydrates 53 g, dietary fiber 4 g, sugars 31 g

INSEASONNOW

By Victoria Zeitz

BRUSSELS SPROUTS Why we love them: They’re like a miniature version of cabbage, packed with nutrition. Just one

cup of brussels sprouts contains over 100% of your daily vitamin C and 3 grams of protein. They’re bite-sized, delicious, and so versatile!

How to choose them: Look for vibrant green brussels sprouts with tight leaves, the smaller the sprout, the sweeter the flavor, as bigger sprouts taste more like cabbage.

How to store them: There’s no right or wrong way when it comes to buying brussels sprouts on the

Delicious ways to use them: Whether steamed and tossed into a salad, chopped and mixed into a stir-fry, or oven roasted with a little extra virgin olive oil, there’s a way for everyone to enjoy brussels sprouts!

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stalk or off, but when it comes to storage, take them off the stalk. Keep your sprouts in an uncovered bowl in the fridge and they’ll last for several weeks. Even if the outside leaves wilt, the inner leaves will stay super crisp and fresh.