A delicious snack that supports fine motor practice, counting, and generating simple patterns.
Materials
Watermelon slices
Blueberries
Mini marshmallows
Wooden skewers
Star cookie cutter
Directions
From a few of the watermelon slices, cut out star shapes. Invite your child to count out five blueberries and five mini marshmallows. Have him slide the blueberries and marshmallow onto the skewer, creating a simple pattern of blueberry, marshmallow, blueberry, marshmallow. When reaching the end of the skewer, place a watermelon star on top. Poke the fruit kebab into a larger slice of watermelon for a fun centerpiece. Enjoy the delicious patriotic snack!