SH Is for Shamrocks & Sherbet
If you’re looking for a tasty way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, these colorful, easy-to-create snacks just might be the pot of gold at the end of your rainbow!
Everyone knows that leprechauns love silly shenanigans, so don’t be surprised if silliness ensues while your little leprechauns make and eat this yummy ABC Snack.
Instead of just one recipe, we’ve got double the fun for you! These crispy green shamrock chips and refreshing green sherbet float will have you kicking up your heels and dancing a jig as you celebrate the “wearin’ o’ the green” with your preschooler!
Here’s hoping that your little one has as much fun as Molly, Ethan, and Riley did!
SH Is for Shamrock Chips
Here’s what you’ll need to make 10-12 shamrock chips:
- Shamrock-shaped cookie cutter
- 1-2 large (green) spinach tortillas or wraps
- Cooking spray
- Salt
- ¼ cup hummus or your favorite chip dip
Directions:
- Cut shamrocks from spinach tortillas with cookie cutter.
- Lay shamrocks and leftover pieces of tortilla on a baking sheet.
- Brush pieces with cooking spray and sprinkle with salt and your favorite herbs or seasonings.
- Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy.
- Serve with your dip.
SH Is for Sherbet Float
Here’s what you’ll need to make one sherbet float:
- 2 scoops lime sherbet
- 8-12 ounces lime soda
- Lime slices
- Maraschino cherries
Directions:
- Add two scoops of lime sherbet to tall drinking glass.
- Pour 8-12 ounces of lime soda over sherbet.
- If desired, decorate with lime slices and maraschino cherries.
Teaching Tips
- As you create your St. Patrick’s Day snacks, practice saying /sh/–/sh/–shamrocks and sherbet with your child.
- How many words can you think of that start with the sound of /sh/ as in shamrock?
- While you eat your green treats, read about Jamie O’Rourke and the Big Potato: An Irish Folktale by Tomie dePaola.
- Download ABC Snacks: Tips for Working on Pre-Reading Skills for more teaching tips.
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Rachel
says:What a good idea! Thanks!
Amber H.
says:I love the shamrock idea! Adorable, hands-on, St. Patrick’s Day fun that doesn’t require artificial food coloring. AND, it helps teach the sh blend that we’re currently working on. Thank you for sharing this!
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceYou’re welcome, Amber! I hope you enjoy the snack.
Hope
says:Love this!
Chantelle
says:So cute!
Laurie sawatzky
says:My little boy loves to help in the kitchen. I am going to try this blog. One day I am praying he can read the recipes himself.
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceIs your little boy struggling with reading, Laurie, or is he just young? With the right methods of learning and consistent work, even the most struggling learners can have success with reading. Let me know if you have questions or concerns.
Gail
says:As much as I like something for my sweet tooth, it was nice as well as surprising to not see a cookie recipe!
Joy Kevanian
says:Yummy!!!
Chris
says:Cute idea
Amy
says:This looks so fun. Thanks for sharing.
Patricia H
says:Fun idea for March!
Anna
says:What a fun idea! Great hands on activities to reinforce the SH sound. Thank you!
Jenny Baugh
says:Such fun ideas! I tend to forget about St. Patrick’s day so this is a great reminder to do something with my boys!
Megan
says:We love that you included a recipe that doesn’t have sugar. Yum!
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceYes, Megan. It’s nice to have healthier options for fun snacks!
Rachel
says:I think my kids would love this. Thank you for the idea.
Katie Bell
says:What a cool idea!
Amanda Wilcox
says:We LOVE these kinds of activities!
Carey Jackson
says:Such a cute idea! Thank you for sharing :)
Teresa Moala-Tigno
says:Such a fun idea! I can’t wait to try it with my kids!
Nancy Ball
says:Love the fun you always incorporate into learning.
Nancy Ball
says:I love the fun that you all incorporate into learning. Thank you.
Melody Mondragon
says:So cute! Love the idea!
Eva Hermann
says:So cute! My 2 and 3 year old would love them.
amanda
says:this is perfect we are doing the sh blend right now thanks!
Krista
says:I was just thinking tonight I need to find some fun recipes we can make this week together! This is perfect and I can’t wait to make them both!
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceGreat timing, Krista. Have fun!
Jenny
says:Great ideas!
Christy Kamp
says:What a wonderful idea! Thanks so much for the support these blogs give.
Amber
says:I love the shamrock chips idea! Sugary treats seem to be easier to think up for me so it’s always great to get treat ideas that aren’t full of sugar.
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceYes! It is nice to have healthier ideas to choose from, Amber.
Christine
says:These look delicious. A great way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
Marlene
says:“ABC Snacks” are the types of products that would be really helpful for myself (a black and white personality). It helps me envision how I can be wildly creative with our learning making it fun and engaging! Thank you.
Robin E.
says: Customer ServiceYou’re welcome, Marlene. I have trouble with creative teaching too and being able to glean from other people’s creativity is so helpful!
Victoria Scott
says:We love St. Patrick’s Day – these treats look delish!