Fruit Mosaics - Rainy Day Activity

For SJ, queen of creativity, who taught me how to do these

I actually wanted to post this before the holidays, but didn't get a chance to do so. I always get a little bit scared of the holiday parties that are thrown at schools these days as much of it seems to be about putting in front of the kids as much sugar as possible. Although I consider myself an excellent baker, for Daughters and Son, if I can, I try to celebrate special occasions with healthier options.

This year both Daughters had an end of year party - and both classes had sign up sheets for various items. I chose to go with fruit plate for both of them, only I didn't intend to do fruit plate - no - I did fruit mosaics. I have written about these before in another post where I rant for a bit about how schools and parents need to change the way we celebrate.

I really do have fun making them, and I thought it would be something fun that parents could do with their kids on a rainy day. Daughters are great at figuring out what fruits can work for what, and although trying to stay seasonal is a bit trickier, I did manage to turn out a snowman using mostly fruits available in the winter. The snowman was made with Asian pears (dipped in lemon juice to keep them white), apples made up the snow drifts (also dipped in lemon juice) and the background was blueberries. I sliced some grapes to help make the hat, and used some more grape pieces to eyes and buttons.

Here are some samples, and some ideas for having fun when it's too cold to go outside. Although it may not be QUITE as appetizing as some freshly baked cookies, it is healthier and invites a lot of creativity.

Racecar - done by my friend JEL for Son's 2nd Birthday

Dreidel done for Daughter #2's end of year party (she goes to a Jewish Preschool)

Another view of my snowman - I was quite proud of this one and the parents at Daughter's school party all loved the Asian pear. (so many had never had one before)

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