Saturday At the Library

 

Johnny Appleseed : Children Story Time 

This stunningly illustrated classic is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the legend of Johnny Appleseed.

Rhymed text and illustrations relate the life of John Chapman, whose distribution of apple seeds and trees across the Midwest made him a legend and left a legacy still enjoyed today. Reeve Lindbergh's rhythmic verse is the perfect read aloud to share with the whole family, while Kathy Jakobsen's lush paintings bring to life this beloved classic story. 

Book Review : 

Johnny Appleseed by Reeve Lindbergh is a favorite children’s books. The poem tells the story of Johnny Appleseed in a delightful way, and this is a great introduction to poetry for children who tend to run away from it. The illustrations are excellent and complete the story itself. I have used this book many times in teaching fall unit studies, and the children always enjoy both the story and the colorful illustrations. The book also gives a brief account of John Chapman, who really lived and planted apple trees across America.

Saturday Kidz Crafts 

Materials:

• Red construction paper
• Scissors
• Coffee filter
• Water-soluable markers
• Spray bottle
• Glue stick

Directions:

1. Cut out an apple shape from red construction paper, then cut out a smaller apple shape from the middle of the first to create an open space.
2. Lay a coffee filter on a flat surface, and use water-soluable markers to draw all over the surface of the filter. Try to use at least three different colors.
3. Fill a spray bottle with water, then spritz the coffee filter until damp. The colors should spread and bleed into each other. Let the filter dry completely.
4. Glue the colorful coffee filter on to the back of the apple cut out so that the colors peek through the opening.
5. Hang in a sunny window.

Materials:

• Cardboard roll
• Scissors
• Cardstock paper
• White school glue
• Green tissue paper
• Green construction paper
• Red buttons or pom poms

• Directions:

1. Cut a cardboard roll in half lengthwise, then glue the cut roll vertically on to a sheet of cardstock paper. Allow the glue to dry completely.
2. Cut out small square of tissue paper, scrunch them up, then glue them around the top of the cardboard roll to create the leaves of the tree. Let the glue dry completely.
3. Glue small red buttons or pom poms around the tissue paper tree to become apples.

Maple Latte book and recipe

 

Happy Monday ! And today I have the perfect pairing Coffee and a book all about Maple latte....

Murder by Maple Latte
A Harper Sullivan Mystery (Book One)

Welcome to Maple Hollow, where the coffee is always fresh, the neighbors know your name, and murder is never on the menu.

Harper Sullivan thought she'd left the excitement behind when she returned home to run Maple & Bean Coffee Roastery, the cozy café at the heart of Maple Hollow. Life is simple—serve great coffee, catch up with old friends, and enjoy the charm of small-town living.

Then the town's most influential businessman is found dead during the annual Harvest Festival.

What first appears to be a tragic accident quickly becomes something far more sinister. As whispers of greed, hidden agendas, and long-buried secrets spread through the community, Harper finds herself working alongside Sheriff Luke Bennett to uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.

The deeper Harper digs, the more she realizes that even the friendliest towns can hide dangerous secrets—and someone is willing to kill to keep the past buried.

Perfect for fans of clean, traditional cozy mysteries, Murder by Maple Latte blends clever puzzles, memorable characters, small-town charm, and a touch of slow-burn romance into a mystery you'll want to solve with a warm cup of coffee in hand.

Welcome to Maple Hollow.

Your table at Maple & Bean is waiting.

Book Review:

A good clean cozy with a mystery to solve and coffee in a magical small town. With interesting character, make sure you enjoy it with a cup of coffee. 

Maple Latte

Ingredients

• ▢1 cup milk preferably whole milk
• ▢½ cup espresso substitute strong coffee if espresso isn't available
• ▢2 tablespoons real maple syrup
• ▢Whipped cream for garnish, optional
• ▢Pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish, optional

Instructions

Hot Maple Latte

• In a small saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat. Do not boil.
• Meanwhile, make the espresso and pour it along with the maple syrup into a large mug. Stir to combine.
• When the milk steams and bubbles start to form, turn off the heat. Whisk until frothy. Pour over the espresso and maple syrup. Gently stir to combine. If desired, top with whipped cream and ground cinnamon. Enjoy!

Iced Maple Latte

• Prepare the espresso and give it a few minutes to cool.
• Fill a large glass with ice. Pour in the espresso and maple syrup and stir to combine.
• Pour the milk in a large measuring cup and whisk until the milk turns frothy. Alternatively, you can add the milk to a mason jar, screw on the top and shake until the froth forms.
• Pour the milk into the espresso mixture and gently stir to combine. Enjoy!

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Sunday Fellowship : bible journaling, recipe and crafts

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Sunday fellowship

Sunday Bible fellowship: gifts 

It's James 1: 17

From Dollar tree......markers

I bought these markers at Dollar tree. They are double tipped and comes in great colors. A great inexpensive way to get started with Bible journaling or replenish your stash. 

Children crafts.....

Our Fellowship recipe.....

Apple Bread

 

• cooking spray

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 teaspoon baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup chopped walnuts (Optional)

• 3 cups apples - peeled, cored, and chopped

• 1 cup vegetable oil

• 2 cups white sugar

• 3 large eggs, beaten

• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Directions

1. Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease two 8x4-inch loaf pans or one 10-inch Bundt pan with cooking spray. Mix flour, baking soda, salt, walnuts, and apples in a large bowl. Whisk oil, sugar, eggs, and cinnamon together in a small bowl; add to flour mixture and mix until just moistened. Spoon batter into prepared pan(s). Bake in preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 45 minutes to 1 hour.Cool in the pans briefly before removing to cool completely on a wire rack.

A is for Apple

Apple Time : September 

Fun Apple Facts : 

Apples are grown in all 50 states. Apples are fat, sodium, and cholesterol free. A medium apple is about 80 calories. Apples are a great source of the

• Apple trees take 4-5 years to produce their first fruit. A standard size apple tree starts bearing fruit 8-10 years after it is planted. A dwarf tree starts bearing fruit in 3-5 years.
• Apples will ripen six to ten times faster at room temperature than if they were refrigerated.
• It takes about 36 apples to create one gallon of apple cider.
• There are more than 2,500 varieties of apples grown in the United States, and they come in all shades of red, green and yellow.
• The science of apple growing is called pomology.
• Bobbing for apples? 25% of an apples volume is air, which is why they float.
• Pilgrims planted the first U.S. apple trees in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

 

Crockpot Sweet and Sour Chicken

 

Mid Autumn Moon festival 

For the sauce:

• ¼ cup soy sauce
• ⅓ cup honey
• ⅓ cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger

For the chicken:

• 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced into 1" chunks
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon oil
• 1 red bell pepper
• 1 orange bell pepper
• 1 yellow bell pepper
• 1 (15 oz) can pineapple chunks in 100% juice (do not drain)

• In a medium bowl, whisk together all sauce ingredients until well combined. Set aside.
• In a ziplock bag place chicken and cornstarch -and shake to coat. Then place in a skillet with oil and fry to golden brown. Take out and Drain. 
• Add the diced bell peppers and pineapple chunks (with juice) into the bottom of the slow cooker.

  • Place chicken into the slow cooker.
  • Pour the mixed sauce over the top of the chicken and vegetables; stir gently and cover. Cook on Low for 3 to 4 hours. 
  • Serve with white rice and sprinkled with sesame seeds. 

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