Here are a few notes & reminders …

Remember: “Jellies are cute, sandals are cool. Swim shoes are neat for a backyard pool. BUT...when

coming to daycare where we jump and run; gym shoes please for safety and fun” – this is mainly

because of the mulch in the yard – not the safest when it comes to open toed shoes. Thank You!

We’re loving the summer weather now that it’s arrived and we are spending a lot of time outside

playing, swimming and more playing – please make sure you have sunglasses, hats, appropriate shoes,

swim suits and swim diapers for your child to bring to daycare. If you have any questions please ask!

I also need some extra summer/warm weather outfits for a few children

We will be having the Prior Lake Community Police Officer (Officer O’Hara) stopping by daycare to

teach the children about safety, strangers and other important things to teach the children regarding

safety, wearing helmets when biking, life jackets when swimming etc.

Fun Facts About the Month of July

The traditional birthstone for July is the Ruby. The only natural gemstone harder than a Ruby is a Diamond.

There are (2) flowers for the month of July. One is the Larkspur or Delphinium and comes in a variety of colors and symbolizes an open heart. The other is a Water Lily which symbolizes eloquence and persuasion.

Cancer and Leo are the astrological signs for July. Birthdays from July 1st through the 22nd fall under the sign of Cancer. July 23rd through the 31st birthdays fall under the sign of Leo.

The Birthday of the United States or Independence Day is July 4, 1776 – also referred to as the 4th of July. It is the most well known holiday of the month.

Parent’s Day is celebrated on the 4th Sunday of July. President Bill Clinton established Parent’s Day in 1994.

The Declaration of Independence was signed by John Hancock on July 4, 1776 / The District of Columbia was established on July 16, 1790 / Neil Armstrong had the honor of being the 1st man on the moon on July 20, 2969

A few famous birthdays: Presidents: John Quincy Adams, George W. Bush, Calvin Coolidge & Gerald Ford / Actors & Actresses: Sandra Bullock, Tom Cruise, Will Ferrell, Harrison Ford, Tom Hanks, Helen Mirren and Robin Williams / Authors: Ernest Hemingway, Beatrix Potter, JK Rowling and EB White.

Bekah’s Bumblebees Newsletter – July 2014

Noteworthy News Want to say “Happy Anniversary” to

Evelyn – July 11 marks her 4th year in our Childcare – hard to believe it has been 4 years already … We also want

to wish Hannah a Very Happy 3rd Birthday on July 25th … and last but not least – a Very Happy Birthday to

“Grandma Carol” who also celebrates her Birthday on July 25th … a VERY

popular day for Birthdays!

Important Upcoming Dates:

July 3 – CLOSED (paid Holiday) – Observance of July 4th July 16 – OPEN but closing at 4:00pm July 17 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 20 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 21 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 22 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 23 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 24 – CLOSED (paid Vacation) July 25 – Hannah’s Birthday July 27 – Hannah’s Birthday Celebration

RECIPE CORNER: 4th of July Themed Foods …

Flag Fruit Skewers:

- (4) bananas/sliced - 1 pound strawberries/sliced - 1 pint blueberries/whole - wooded skewers Directions: peel and slice your bananas, wash and slice your strawberries, wash and drain your blueberries. Place fruit on skewer with 5-6 blueberries first followed by alternating strawberries and bananas. Serve with yogurt dip.

4th of July Strawberries:

- 1 to 2 pounds strawberries/washed but left whole w/stem - (1) 12oz. bag white chocolate chips - blue tinted sugar Directions: Microwave chocolate in dish (follow package directions). Dip strawberries ½ way in the chocolate and then dip them in the blue tinted sugar ¼ of the way. Put on refrigerator for an hour to harden.

Watermelon/Blueberry ‘Salad’:

- (1) small seedless watermelon sliced - (1) pint blueberries washed/drained Directions: Slice watermelon in to ½ thick sliced – using a small star shaped cookie cutter cut out star shapes in the watermelon. Place in a bowl tossed with blueberries. Serve with yogurt dip.

Patriotic ‘Sparkling’ Punch:

- cranberry juice - Blue Frost Gatorade - Sprite Directions: Add ice to a chilled glass. Add cranberry juice to fill the cup 1/3rd of the way. Then add the blue frost Gatorade another 1/3rd of the way topped off with Sprite (Diet or Regular or 7UP). *Add Vodka for a ‘grown-up’ version

Frozen Fruit Ice Cubes:

- sliced variety of berries (rasberries, blueberries, strawberries etc) - Ice Cube Tray - Sprite or 7UP (diet or regular) Directions: Place washed and sliced berries in to the ice cube tray. Fill tray with water and freeze overnight. Place Ice Cubes in glass then fill with Sprite or 7UP *add Vodka for a ‘grown up’ version **also works GREAT in the mesh feeders for a teething baby – add any fruit to ice cube tray – add water and freeze – the babies LOVE it!

Triple Pepper Kale Dip:

- 1 cup mayonnaise (I add chopped garlic to mine) - 1 (16oz) container of greek yogurt - 2 cups kale(chopped) - ½ each red/orange/yellow pepper finely chopped - 3 scallions finely chopped Direction: Combine all ingredients in a bowl. Serve with bread and veggies of choice. I also hallow out a bread bowl and serve in the bowl with bread … YUM!

PHOTO CORNER * HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

Bekah’s Bumblebees Childcare 14266 Aspen Avenue NE Prior Lake, MN 55372

Phone: 952-217-5649 Cell: 952-843-3822 Email: rebekah.clark@mchsi.com

Welcome July 2015 & SUMMER 2015 …