Kaz enjoyed his time with the tamariki and noted that he heard similar comments from them, as they do from their adult members, such as "My knees hurt" and "I'm getting so sweaty". Physically active play is such an important part of a tamariki's learning and development. Activities like these provide an opportunity for tamariki to develop their large muscles, strength and co-ordination. To develop flexibility and hand-eye coordination.

To be confident in controlling their bodies, and understand that physical activity is fun and can release tension. Nutrition is also important to keeping our hearts healthy. This is something our wonderful cook Jen understands, and as a special treat for this day she whipped up the Healthy Heart Beetroot Muffins. You can find the recipe at the bottom of this post if you would like to make these at home. Other activities that day included dancing, face painting and creating healthy heart artwork.

The tamariki were also excited to arrive to a centre decorated in red balloons, red streamers and red hearts, and dress in their red clothing. Event days like this are a great opportunity to invite members of our community in to contribute and share their wealth of knowledge. They are also an opportunity to showcase the various talents of our kaiako who love sharing their passions with the tamariki. And above all a great chance to have a bit of extra special fun!

Healthy Heart Beetroot Muffins

Ingredients:

2 Eggs
3 tbsp Oil
¼ cup Plain yoghurt
¼ cup Milk
2 tbsp Brown sugar
1 cup Grated beetroot
1 1⁄3 cups Wholemeal flour
2 tsp Baking powder
¼ tsp Ground cinnamon

Method:

Preheat oven to 180°C
Mix the eggs, oil, yoghurt, milk, sugar and beetroot together in a bowl
Blend with a stick blender until smooth
Sift the flour, baking powder and cinnamon into a different bowl and mix to combine
Gently mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until just combined
Spoon mixture into a greased mini muffin tray
Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until cooked through
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before removing from the tray and cooling completely on a wire rack.

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