Sweet Snowflakes

Sweet Snowflakes are a perfect activity to add to the January Weather Watcher's Lesson Plan. (Find the lesson at http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Rachael-Redd ) Below is a list of ideas, then the recipe.  Feel free to post any other ideas and suggestions, and post your pictures!

Happy Homeschooling!
Mrs. Redd

Teachers 

• Send the recipe home with your students as a way to connect parents with your lesson. (Find a free, printable version at http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Rachael-Redd )
• Make a batch and bring in to your class as a treat. 

Parents/Home Educators

• Use Sweet Snowflakes as an art lesson.
• Take the opportunity while preparing the snack to discuss the importance of being unique individuals, just like each snowflake is different.
• Eat some, then clear coat some for keepsake decorations.
• Make the activity a home ec lesson.

 

 

Sweet Snowflakes

 

Ingredients

• Tortillas (As many as needed; Medium soft taco style work well)
• Powdered Sugar and/or Brown Sugar
• Your Favorite Sweet Spices
• Vegetable Oil

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 375.
• Warm tortillas slightly in microwave or oven.
• Fold each tortilla in half 3 times and cut designs as you would with paper snowflakes
• Unfold tortillas and place on baking sheet.
• Brush each snowflake lightly with vegetable oil.
• Sprinkle with desired spices and bake for 6-8 minutes or until crispy.
• Sprinkle with powdered sugar and/or brown sugar and allow to cool.