My boys and I make these together, usually at Christmas time, as one of our traditions. Now my six year old and I are the ones who keep the tradition alive--we make them and everyone else helps eat them! We have altered the directions a little, though. We put the pretzels and rolos on a plate and put the plate in the microwave to soften the rolos. We just zap them for 20 to 30 seconds at a time until the rolos are softened, but not melted. The pretzels are still crisp, but the plate doesn't get so hot that my little boy cannot handle it.
If you like turtle candy, try this!
Happy New Year! Janet in KY