“Family Night Fun,” Friend, November 2018
Family Night Fun
Here’s an idea for family home evening. What other ideas can you come up with?
Photographs by Ashley Barnett; Potato Illustration by Mark Robison
Comfort Critters
Read “Thanks and Giving” on page 10. See page 35 of the January 2017 Friend to see how to make no-sew fleece blankets. Or make these soft animals for kids who need some cheering up! Here’s what you need:
socks
cotton or other soft stuffing
hot glue
scissors
felt
marker
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Fill a sock with stuffing. Fold over the open end and have an adult help glue it down with hot glue.
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Cut shapes out of the felt to make arms, legs, ears, a tummy, a tail, and whatever else you want!
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Glue the pieces down and draw on a face.
Mashed Potato Bites
Make this cheesy snack with your family! Be sure to get an adult’s help.
1/4 cup bacon bits
2/3 cup cheddar cheese, plus extra for topping
1 egg
3 cups mashed potatoes
cooking spray
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Mix the bacon bits, cheese, and egg into the mashed potatoes.
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Spray a muffin tin with cooking spray. Scoop the potato mixture into each cup and press it into place. Sprinkle the top with cheese.
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Bake at 375˚F (190˚C) for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown.
More Ideas
Read “Chalk Service” (page 9). Share a nice message with one of your neighbors!
Read “Count Your Blessings” (page FJ8). Everyone say one thing you’re grateful for.