Take a Bite out of Math

Having fun with food is a great way to introduce your child to math.   

Here is a simple idea to get you started. 

Marshmallow Ant
 
Together with your child, count out the "body parts" and sort them into different groups.  Count them aloud as you go.  You can discuss the different shapes as your sort.  Make each component of the ant a math problem.  Example:  Three legs plus three legs equals six legs all together.  You get the idea! 

Here is what you need:

3 large marshmallows (body parts)Peanut Butter (ant glue)2 M&M's (eyes)11 pretzel sticks
(6 legs, 2 antennae, 2 to hold the body parts together, and 1 broke in half to form the mandible)

Let your creativity guide you.  Keep it simple, keep it healthy, make it fun!