Turn hydration into a hands-on learning moment! In this simple activity, children pour coconut water into ice cube trays, freeze them, and add the cubes to their water for a refreshing summer drink. It’s an easy, engaging way to spark curiosity about healthy habits – while keeping little ones cool and hydrated.

Ingredients:

Coconut water

Instructions:

1. Pour coconut water into an ice cube tray and freeze.
2. Add to cups of water for a refreshing way to hydrate.

Dietitian’s Tips:

• Playing around with ice cubes is a great way to involve children in the kitchen while also encouraging proper hydration through the summer.
• Try experimenting with other combinations like cucumber mint ice cubes, lemon ice cubes, even frozen berries in ice cubes!
• Giving your children the opportunity to engage in their food and nutrition fosters investment in the end product and ownership over their food. It helps to build skills through childhood that translate into healthy eating habits they can take into adulthood.