Halloween Spooky Cans
Halloween Spooky Cans – Get the kids involved with Halloween decorations this year with these easy-to-make “spooky cans” resembling a bat, Frankenstein and a mummy. For more craft ideas, visit eLivingtoday.com. Watch video to see how to make this craft! Spooky Bat 1 soup can 1 paint brush 1 bottle black acrylic paint 1 white […]
Read MoreBetter Days Ahead with Egg-Powered Recipes
Better Days Ahead with Egg-Powered Recipes Better Days Ahead with Egg-Powered Recipes – The school year can be full of challenges, but fueling kids for a full day of learning tops the priority list. Affordable and easy to prepare, eggs are a key ingredient for successful days in the classroom. From a wide variety of […]
Read MoreVeggie Sushi Sandwich Rollups
How to pack allergy-friendly lunches your kids will love Veggie Sushi Sandwich Rollups. Did you know 85 million Americans avoid buying foods with the top 9 allergens because of allergies of someone in their household? According to Food Allergy Research and Education, $19 billion is spent by these Americans annually to avoid specific proteins […]
Read MoreHow would planting 8 billion trees every year for 20 years affect Earth’s climate?
Planting 8 billion trees a year would replace about half of the 15 billion cut down annually. Michael Tewelde/AFP via Getty Images Karen D. Holl, University of California, Santa Cruz How would planting 8 billion trees every year for 20 years affect Earth’s climate? Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you […]
Read MoreIs it possible to recreate dinosaurs from their DNA?
Is it possible to recreate dinosaurs from their DNA? Tyrannosaurus rex was a relentless predator who lived during the Cretaceous Period more than 65 million years ago. Roger Harris/Science Photo Library via Getty Images William Ausich, The Ohio State University Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d […]
Read MoreRoasted Chickpea Cauliflower Sandwiches
Filling the kitchen with plant-based ingredients is an easy way to nudge kids toward nutritious after-school snacks and make busy weeknight dinners as healthy as they are delicious. When you consume foods that boost your energy and give your body the fuel it needs, you can expect to feel healthier, both physically and emotionally. In […]
Read MoreApple Pie Stuffed Pitas
Go Plant Based for Healthy School Days Make Easy SubstitutesHaving a vegetarian meal once a day is a great start, or even try “meatless Mondays” at home. Swap out ice cream and instead go for frozen blended bananas as an after-dinner treat. Try a nut- or grain-based milk in place of your normal dairy. (Family […]
Read MoreRoasted Red Pepper and Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
Roasted Red Pepper and Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches for dinner. Whether you enjoy it together in the morning before getting the day started or mix it up with breakfast for dinner, this Sustainable Frittata is called “sustainable” because you can use leftover cheeses, veggies, ham, sausage and more to recycle ingredients you already have on […]
Read MoreHow do you start your own company?
Whether big or small, if you see something that people need, you can start a company. Tony Anderson/Stone via Getty Images How do you start your own company? Darryl Scriven, Clarkson University and Robyn Hannigan, Clarkson University Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert […]
Read MoreCrazy Candy Ice Cream Sandwiches
Give a Treat with a Kid-Friendly Sweet (Family Features) Letting kids get hands-on in the kitchen is an easy way to keep them busy while teaching important life skills. Planning for delicious snacks children can make all on their own (or with minimal assistance) makes for a winning solution, and these Crazy Candy Ice Cream […]
Read MoreCreativity in the Kitchen
Kid-Friendly Creativity in the Kitchen (Family Features) While so many families spend more time at home than normal, many may be seeking ways to increase fun and activity, especially for children. One way to increase engagement while teaching lifelong lessons is to head to the kitchen for a learning exercise in creating nutritious snacks and […]
Read More6-Year-Old Claire Crosby sings Can’t Help Falling In Love
6-Year-Old Claire Crosby sings Can’t Help Falling In Love by Elvis. She’s been working really hard to learn this one on ukulele 🙂 Elvis Cover by 6 year Old Claire Crosby 6-Year-Old Claire Crosby sings Can’t Help Falling In Love by Elvis. She’s been working really hard to learn this one on ukulele Originally posted […]
Read MorePlanning a Summer Family Vacation
4 Tips for Planning a Summer Family Vacation As stay-at-home orders ease, many families are eager to get out of the house and hit the road for a summer trip. However, vacation will most likely look different this year as families looking to get away may stay closer to home and take extra precautions. (Family […]
Read MoreLearning Throughout Summer
Learning Throughout Summer. With the majority of schools across the country closed, many parents are feeling the stress of taking more active roles in their children’s education. As time away from the classroom extends into summer, parents also face the challenge of helping their children maintain what they’ve learned through a summer of uncertainty. This […]
Read MoreCreate Summer Moments
Create summer moments with warm, sunny days are the perfect setting for making family memories, but they’re also ideal opportunities to encourage kids to get creative and let their imaginations soar. (Family Features) These ideas for summertime activities encourage family interaction, and the more kids get to help plan and organize the details, the more […]
Read MoreFruity Sprinkles Smoothie
Fruity Sprinkles Smoothie Surprise To kids, birthday parties are a big deal and only happen once a year. From the decorations to their friends and all the sweet, delicious treats to devour, it can be an overwhelming amount of excitement and awe. (Culinary.net) They receive gifts, get to have fun with their friends and family, […]
Read MorePeanut-Powered Protein
Nutritious ideas for flavor-filled family meals Peanut-Powered protein great for a homemade meal may feel harder to come by these days, but recipes that are both nutritious and flavorful can help bring your loved ones together at the family table. From morning to night, these breakfast, dinner, side, and dessert recipes from the Georgia Peanut […]
Read MoreKeep Pets Out of Trouble
4 Tips to Keep Pets Out of Trouble During Back-to-School Season When structured school days and hours away from a home return to the schedule, all members of the household feel the shift, even pets. Pets go from long days with the family in the yard to less time and activities with their favorite people. […]
Read MoreSchool Day Solutions
School Day Solutions Family-friendly recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Family Features) Morning routines, homework, practices and more are all part of back-to-school season, and even when time is short, flavorful meals can be, too. Whether it’s breakfast and dinner together as a family or sending your little learner out the door with a nutritious […]
Read More5 Tips for a Tasty Tailgate
5 Tips for a Tasty Tailgate (Family Features) Casual and diehard sports fans alike can all agree one of the best parts of game day is the tailgate. Whether you’re heading to the game to take part in the action or tuning in on the big screen, you can light up the scoreboard this season […]
Read MoreSave Money on Summer Road Trips
Save Money on Summer Road Trips. If financial constraints are keeping you from exploring the world, it may be time to reassess your approach to travel. From road trips across the country to jaunts across your state, there are plenty of ways to curb costs, so your biggest challenge is finding more days away from […]
Read MorePower-Packed Lunchbox Ideas
Power-Packed Lunchbox Ideas. Packing and prepping wholesome lunches doesn’t have to be a chore. You can kick health into high gear this school year with new ideas to make creative, nutrient-rich meals. Fit to satisfy various dietary restrictions, the Power Your Lunchbox program offers kid-friendly options and allergy-sensitive selections. The program, which is dedicated to […]
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