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Welcome to the Circletime Kids selection of fun, easy and quick American recipes that you can make with your kids! Scroll down the page to browse our favorite traditional American children's recipes, along with contemporary ideas for snacks that can be a fun way to introduce your child to American culture.
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American Star Wreath
Have your older kids fold and cut their own stars, or pre-cut for younger children - either way, making a wreath out of red white and blue stars is a fun project and a great way to learn about the American Flag!
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Bald Eagle paper bag puppet
The Bald Eagle is a National Symbol of the United States, and an important icon in American culture. This easy and quick Bald Eagle puppet is the perfect companion to our Animals of the United States coloring book! Printable template included.
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Cat's Cradle (video feature!)
Versions of this game have been found in indigenous cultures all over the world--from the Arctic to the Equatorial zones. In some regions of the US, this game is also known as Jack in the Pulpit. We have posted a video so that you and your kids can learn this cool game!
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Memory - American Animals
We took the images from our Animals of the United States coloring book and made them into smaller cards that you can cut out and use a flash cards or play memory! A great vocabulary builder, and a fun way for your children become familiar with some of the indigenous American animal species.
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Log Cabin
Abraham Lincoln grew up in a log cabin, as did many pioneers and other early American figures. Make your own log cabin with a recycled milk carton and grocery bag!
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Yankee Doodle Macaroni Necklace
Yankee Doodle stuck his feather in his hat and called it macaroni, and now you can call your necklace macaroni! A simple and fun stringing activity. Sing along while you work!
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Satue of Liberty Crown and Torch
With this crown and torch along with a book and blanket, your child will be the spittin' image of Miz Liberty herself!
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