Martha Barajas

Administrative Assistant III

Office: (702) 257-5522
Email: barajasm@unr.edu
Address: 8050 Paradise Road, Suite 100, Las Vegas, Nevada 89123-1904
Representing: Clark County - Las Vegas, Nevada
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News & Journal Articles, Fact Sheets, Reports...

Curriculum Materials
Kids Cook - Lesson 1 Evaluation This evaluation tests your knowledge of the kids cook lesson 1 curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 2 Evaluation This evaluation goes along with Lesson 2 Kids Cook to test your knowledge of what you learned from the curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 3 Evaluation This evaluation goes along with Lesson 3 Kids Cook to test your knowledge of what you learned from the curriculum. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Fact Sheets
Go, Slow, and Whoa Foods We can help our children recognize which foods are better choices with GO, SLOW and WHOA. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, FS-21-86
Hunger & Fullness - Building Tummy Awareness It's wise for parents and teachers to talk to children about what it means to be hungry and what it means to be full. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-88
Kids Win When Family Meals Are A Priority Make Mealtime Quality Time Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-89
Talking Positively At Mealtimes - Your Words Matter As your child's caregiver, you play the biggest role in their eating behavior. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-90
A Balanced Diet A balanced diet gives your body all of the essential nutrients it needs to stay active, healthy, and strong. Learn how you can balance your diet to get the energy you need throughout the day. Buffington, A., Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-106
Learning to Like New Foods - Cucumbers are cool Does it seem like your preschooler only wants to eat the same foods every day? Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-87
Teaching Children To Make Healthy Choices - Empowering Children Through Language If young children are taught early and practice healthy choices, they will make better food choices as they grow up. Buffington, A. and Lindsay, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-21-85
Informational Publications
All About Recipes Part I This publication gives insight on the proper construction of a recipe and its key elements, best practices for recipe development, food tasting and evaluation. Buffington, A., and Li, S. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
All About Recipes Part II This publication provides a brief overview of standardized recipes and how they compare to the common recipe. It also covers recipe modification to meet program guidelines and the needs of special populations. Buffington, A., and Li, S. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Farmers Markets & Grocery Store Price Comparisons Las Vegas & Henderson, Nevada This report provides a cross-sectional comparison of the cost of commonly purchased fruits and vegetables at farmers markets to those purchased at surrounding grocery stores during June – August 2018. Buffington, A., Lopez, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, FS-20-01
Recipes
Kale Salad with Pomegranates and Lemon Vinaigrette What you'll need: Small bowl Whisk or fork Measuring spoons Measuring cups Large bowl Spatula or spoon Mazzullo, N. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Cooking Series, Season 1, Episode 5
Lentil and Quinoa Tacos What you'll need: Large skillet Spatula or spoon Measuring cups Measuring spoons Cutting board Sharp knife Small bowl Whisk or fork Stovetop Mazzullo, N. 2022, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Cooking Series, Season 1, Episode 6
Festive Fruit Bark Berries are delicious and nutritious. Try different combinations of berries, jelly and jams. Mazzullo, N. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Recipes
Mixed Berry Chia Jam A quick jam to help you sweeten up breakfast and use up any leftover berries before they spoil! Mazzullo, N. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Cooking Series, Season 1, Episode 3
Roasted Cauliflower with Chickpeas and Lemon Tahini Dressing What you'll need: Large bowl Small bowl Whisk or fork Measuring spoons Baking sheet Spatula or spoon Oven Oven mitt Mazzullo, N. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, Cooking Series, Season 1, Episode 2
Sweet Potato Pumpkin Soup A healthy soup that is fun, fast, tasty and fits your budget. Mazzullo, N. 2021, Extension, University of Nevada Reno, Cooking Series, Season 1, Episode 1
Kids Cook - Lesson 01 - Fun Flavored Waters This lesson describes how to create healthy fun flavored waters and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 02 - Colorful Summer Popsicles This lesson describes how to create colorful summer popsicles and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Kids Cook - Lesson 03 - A Corny Summer This lesson describes how to create fun summer recipes involving corn and teaches children how to follow a recipe. Buffington, A. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, IP
Special Publications
Nevada Statewide SNAP-Ed Needs Assessment, 2020-2021 A needs assessment of SNAP-Ed programs statewide in Nevada. In 2020, all counties had a SNAP-Ed program, though they did not all receive individual funding, and 9 had programs, delivered by Extension. This publication shows many counties lack health and nutrition programs and how to improve this within the state. Buffington, A., Webber, K., and Lindsay, A. 2021, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Summary Report Southern Nevada Food Council Visioning Session for the 2050 City of Las Vegas Master Plan This special publication provides a summary of the Visioning Session feedback, a compilation of initiatives and policies from other parts of the nation that may address member concerns, and a listing of recommendations to improve the local food system. Buffington, A. and Braxton, M. 2020, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno
Evaluation of Food Action Planning Committee Meeting and Urban Agriculture and Food Sustainability Forum, August 23-24, 2017 Buffington, A., and Bosket, C. 2017, Extension \| University of Nevada, Reno, SP-18-01