There are many unique and interesting objects and ornaments that you can use to decorate your home. Many of these ornaments serve the purpose of not only looking nice but also commemorating a certain event or holiday. The snow globe is an example of an ornament that fulfills both of these purposes. This intricate little object will generally contain a small scene, often a snowy town, inside of a glass ball with a base....
Architectural structures is a common subject in many artworks, and drawing is no exception. If you’d like to draw a building or a house, the key is to learning how to draw its key features first, like the stairs, for instance. To make it a lot easier for you, we have created a step-by-step tutorial on how to draw stairs. This guide consists of 9 easy instructions that come with simple illustrations to serve as your visual guide as you follow the steps one by one....
We have done tons of crafts and painting lately so we decided to switch it up this week and do some other activities after reading “Red Light, Green Light” by Anastasia Suen. My son had a bug this week and had a fever for several days and I am sooooo glad he is finally feeling better today! This is a fun book about a little boy playing and talks about different types of vehicles, roads and obviously the meaning of the red light and green light....
The holiday season wouldn’t be complete without an adorable reindeer craft! We pulled out one of our favorite crafting materials this past week and created this awesome newspaper reindeer craft. This cute reindeer makes a fabulous Christmas craft for kids and if you’d prefer, you can swap out the newspaper for colored cardstock. Either way, this cute newspaper reindeer craft is sure to fill your afternoon with loads of fun!...
Thanksgiving is a time where we all give thanks for all the things we are so lucky to have and to get together for good times with family, friends and lots of good food! Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of the year and there are so many aspects of this time that make it special. Whether November is here and Thanksgiving is coming up or you want to relive some Thanksgiving fun another time of year, these free Thanksgiving coloring pages for kids are the perfect way to have hours of fun while getting into that Thanksgiving spirit....
This article was produced in partnership with Ikon Pass. Connecting four unique West Coast icons, California’s sweeping landscapes set the stage for a winter of endless discovery. Get ready to grab the crew, load up the car, and crank up that playlist. With vast amounts of both skiable territory and open roads to explore, the next adventure is always the best adventure. BIG BEAR MOUNTAIN RESORT Photo courtesy of Ikon Pass When time is of the essence and adventure is a must, a trip to Big Bear is in order....
Get ready for our fourth installment of Dew Tour Live coming this Friday, May 29th, at 1:00 pm PST. Tune in as hosts Todd Richards and Chris Cote check in with some of the world’s top-ranked skateboarders to chat about current news, watch videos and have a live skate session. Jamie Foy Reveals Details as Skate Ambassador to U.S. Olympic Committee Read article Chris Cole and Lizzie Armanto join us this week for the latest edition of Dew Tour Live....
Why It’s Important To Be Patient And Let Those Cookies Cool Pixel-Shot/Shutterstock By Allison Lindsey/Nov. 22, 2022 12:10 pm EST Regardless of what you celebrate, the holiday season is dedicated to merrymaking and memories with family and friends alike. Although each person’s holiday traditions vary from the next, there are a few common denominators that cultures from different backgrounds share during the holiday season. From decorating the Christmas tree and menorah display to neighborhood caroling and turning the volume on “A Kwanzaa Song,” joy is the center of the holidays....
When Nikki Simkins (CEO & Chairwoman) set out to create her Vodka, she wanted to make an ultra-premium spirit that embodied Miami’s spirit and get people excited for a good time even before they opened the bottle. There was one brand name that stood out from the rest: E11EVEN. E11EVEN Miami is one of the world’s most recognized clubs, and it’s the highest-grossing nightclub per square foot globally. It’s a lifestyle brand that people trust to do things better: “crush the day and own the night, live your best life, and have fun – be an E11EVEN!...
Looking for some creative Valentine’s Day Crafts to make with your kids or students for Valentine’s Day? If so, you are going to love this collection of over 40 of our favorite Valentine’s Day craft ideas we are sharing with you today. Whether you are looking for some last minute Valentine’s Day craft ideas or you have plenty of time for planning and prep, you are going to love these awesome Valentine’s Day craft ideas....
This Sheep Printable Sight Words Game I’m sharing with you today is perfect for preschoolers or kindergartners who are working on learning their sight words and it makes a great spring learning activity. SHEEP PRINTABLE SIGHT WORDS GAME My preschooler and I are having so much fun with Baa Baa Black Sheep this week! We’ve learned the traditional nursery rhyme, read a darling book (affiliate link) with another fun rendition of the nursery rhyme, made a super cute sheep craft, and we’ve been finding fun ways to incorporate all things sheep into learning....
Bobby Flay Explains The Key To Keeping Your Brunch Waffles Crisp Paul Morigi/Getty By Cynthia Anaya/Dec. 15, 2022 7:33 pm EST Think of all the foods that taste better when they’re crispy: bacon, fried chicken, French fries, onion rings, and so on. Waffles can also be added to the list. But if you’ve ever made waffles before, chances are that they came out soggy at least once or twice. Or maybe, despite all of your efforts, you still haven’t quite perfected crispy waffles....
Here’s a simple and fun Halloween craft your kids will love! All you need is some paint, cardstock paper and a potato to make this cute and spooky potato stamp ghost craft. It is simple enough for even toddler to enjoy, but kids of all ages will love it. Go grab your supplies and get ready to have some fun making these Halloween ghosts. Look for some book recommendations at the end of this post....
These adorable farm animal crafts are a perfect compliment to a farm themed learning unit or for any animal lovers! They are super easy for kids to make and will be stunning up on display in the home or classroom. Whether make these cute farm themed animals at home or school, they are sure to be a hit! We’ve created five different animals for you to choose from: A horse, sheep, cow, pig and chicken....
Food Brands Can Now Use Paul Newman’s Image To Help Kids In Need Ken Wolter/Shutterstock By Hope Ngo/Updated: Oct. 30, 2022 9:58 am EST The history of advertising, as you may be well aware, is full of success stories linked to celebrity endorsements. In 2020, basketball player Shaquille O’Neal and pizza chain Papa John’s launched The Shaq-a Roni Pizza, which sold over 3 million pies, and raised $3 million for charity in just two months (per SEJ)....
If you need a bit of luck, there are a few items that traditionally are supposed to up your luck levels. Whether it’s a rabbit foot or lucky underwear, there are many options to choose from! Perhaps the most iconic symbol of luck is the four-leaf clover, however. These rare little plants have long been believed to provide luck to anyone who finds them. It can be hard to find one of these elusive plants though, so the next best thing is to learn how to draw a four-leaf clover and create your own one!...
Giada De Laurentiis And Her Family Take On The Old-School Pepsi Challenge Paul Archuleta/Getty By Lucy Maddox/Dec. 10, 2022 12:58 pm EST Ah, Coke vs. Pepsi, the age-old battle. Whether you are in a restaurant or on an airplane, most of the time, establishments will only offer one or the other. And while you might have a preference between the two, many people can’t really tell the difference between Coke and Pepsi....
Last year I had the opportunity to read my favorite children’s book to my son’s third grade class. His teacher had invited parents to come throughout the year and read their favorite children’s book to the students and tell them why we love reading. She hoped to instill in her students a lifelong love of reading. As I sat in the chair and looked around at all the children sitting around me and began reading my book, an overwhelming sense of gratitude filled my heart....
Halloween is one of the more unusual holidays that is celebrated around the world. While many holidays are about creating a bright, jolly atmosphere, Halloween is all about celebrating anything spooky and creating a creepy atmosphere. For many people, this is their favorite holiday of the year, and learning how to draw a Halloween kid is a great way to get into the spirit of the spooky season. If you love this unusual holiday as well, then this will be a tutorial that’s not to be missed!...
If you are on the hunt for a gorgeous Easter wreath idea to make with your kids this year but don’t want to glue together all of those plastic eggs, boy do we have a treat for you today. This paper plate Easter egg wreath is beautiful and so simple for kids to create. We tried to keep the materials simple in this Easter wreath craft so that even preschoolers can help take part in making it....
