ZUCCHINI MUFFINS

 

Make a batch of these muffins and sneak them over to your neighbors.. Yummy 😋 

Zucchini muffins for BTS  breakfast..

• 1 cup granulated sugar
• ½ cup vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup coarsely grated zucchini
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¾ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon

• Preheat oven to 375° F. Line 12 muffin cups with paper liners. Set aside.
• In a large bowl, stir together sugar, oil and eggs. Add zucchini and vanilla extract; stir to combine. Sprinkle baking soda, baking powder and salt over top. Stir until well blended.
• Stir in flour and cinnamon; be careful not to over-mix. Fold in chopped nuts.
• Divide batter evenly among prepared muffin cups. Sprinkle coarse sugar on top. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in a muffin comes out clean

BTS crafts with beads

Today's BTS craft

Safety pins 

Square alphabet beads

I bought both from Hobby Lobby. 

The kids and I had fun making them for everyone.

Make a list of names and get busy beading. For short names you can add extra plain beads. 

 Little ones my need help, but these are fast and easy. 

More beading project 

Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School

 

Welcome to the Melville Library ! 

Spotlighting some of my favorite Back to School  !!!! 

School starts here on  Thursday!

If you want to be cool, just be YOU! That's the message of this funny, relatable Pete the Cat school story—and kids will laugh and agree.

Pete the Cat can't decide what to wear to school inPete the Cat: Too Cool for School. With so many groovy options to choose from, Pete just keeps adding on.

All of Pete's friends have a suggestion for what he should wear to school. But by the time he's added cowboy boots, shorts with fish, his red shirt AND his yellow shirt—and even more—he's too hot.

It's time to make his own clothing decisions and head back to school! You and your kids will giggle at Pete and his clothing choices, resolved with a positive empowering message.

Pete the Cat: Too Cool for School is a My First I Can Read book. Each My First I Can Read book is carefully crafted using basic language, word repetition, sight words, and sweet illustrations—which means it's perfect for shared reading with emergent readers. The active, engaging My First I Can Read stories have appealing plots and lovable characters, encouraging children to continue their reading journey.

Craft Time Button time 

Our annual school drive 

All week we are collecting school supplies and gental used uniforms for students in our community.

Diy Clipboard

It's Clipboards re do 

I am using modge podge and scrapbook paper to covor my plan Clipboards from dollar store. Then I sealed it again with a layer of modge podge to seal the paper. 

Then for fun I added a fabric ribbon on the top. 

Here's some more ...

Diy Garden Lighthouse

Happy Friday 

I'm making this lighthouse for the garden out of trees cotta pots from Walmart.

Starting with various size pots painted and stacked.

You can make your lighthouse big or small. With just a change of pot sizes. 

It's National Lighthouse day!

Pets : Cats and Dogs

 

Pets : Cats or Dogs or Both ? 

In my family its both.  cats and  Dog that  we love. These are made from a cute Pets cardstock  pack. 

At Home with Dot

Welcome to my home that we share with our four legged family members. 

At Home with Dot is a weekly pet post.... with tips, treat recipes and more.... 

Dot has some Summer pet tips

t's important to keep your furry feline friends safe and comfortable during the summer months. Cats may seem like they can handle the heat, but they still need special attention during hot weather. Here are some essential summer safety tips to keep your cat healthy and happy.

1. Cats are great at finding cool spots in your home, but it's still important to monitor them. When the temperature is too high, it can be difficult for cats to regulate their body temperature, which can lead to heat stroke. Keep the air conditioning on or provide plenty of cool water.

2. Keep windows and doors screened. Cats love lounging by open windows, but it's important to keep them screened to prevent your cat from accidentally falling out or getting stuck. Make sure screens are sturdy and secure to prevent any accidents.

3. Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate! Make sure your cat has access to fresh, clean water at all times. In the summer months, cats can easily become dehydrated. You can also provide wet food or add water to dry food to help keep your cat hydrated.

4. Protect your cat from sunburn. Yes, cats can get sunburned too! White cats, hairless cats, and cats with thin fur are especially susceptible to sunburn. Consider installing UV-blocking films on your windows to help block out some of those harmful rays.

5. Watch out for toxic plants. Summer is the time when many plants are in bloom, but some can be toxic to cats. Lilies, for example, are highly toxic and can cause kidney failure if ingested. Other toxic plants include azaleas, tulips, and daffodils. Make sure to keep these plants out of reach and consult with your veterinarian if you suspect your cat has ingested a toxic plant.

6. Keep your cat away from harmful chemicals. Summer is also the time when many chemicals are used, such as pesticides, fertilizers, and pool chemicals. Keep these chemicals out of reach and always store them in a secure location. If your cat comes into contact with any of these chemicals, seek veterinary care immediately.

Dot Treats 

Tuna Treats

If your cat loves a fishy flavor occasionally, these tuna treats from Serendipity and Spice should be your next baking project. All you need is:

• 5 oz tuna
• ½ cup of white cornmeal
• ½ cup flour
• ½ cup of water

Simply mix your ingredients together into a long ball. Preheat your oven to 350 and take small pieces off your dough ball to make smaller balls, then flatten with your thumb. Bake for 5 minutes, flip all treats to the other side, and bake for 5 more minutes. 

Dot goes too school 

My son attended home school/ virtual school and Dot spent school time with him. Cats are great for relieving stress and anxiety.  

T