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04/07/2020

In search of comfort, we're sharing comfort food from around the world!

04/07/2020

Looking for a craft to keep your little ones entertained? How about crafting a pyramid?

What you'll need:

1. White printer paper
2. Colored pencils, crayons, or markers
3. Cotton balls
4. Glue

Select a large piece of paper to act as the background. Decorate the top two-thirds or so as the sky and the remainder as sand, which will act as the ground. If you're feeling really creative and have a sand box or other sand around, you can even glue real sand to the bottom.

Grab another piece of paper and draw a triangle. The triangle will become the pyramid and will be getting a bit taller, so keep that in mind for the size. Cut out your triangle shape.

Cut the triangle into horizontal strips (they should be going lengthwise parallel to the triangle base). The horizontal strips will mimic the shape of the pyramid steps.

Your child can then color the strips however they choose. This is a good time to show them some pictures or videos with pyramids so they can learn about the history and get an idea of the colors they want to use for their monument.

Glue the finished strips to the background starting with the longest strip on the bottom going in order to the smallest at the top, leaving a small space between each strip.

For an extra touch, you can grab a couple of cotton balls to use as clouds. Just pull apart the cotton balls a bit and glue them on!

And just like that, you've occupied your little one and snuck some education in too!

04/07/2020

Make sure you're starting your days with what makes you happy and with what makes you feel good!

What do you do to start your days?

04/06/2020

The site Monte d'Accoddi was discovered in 1945 in Sardinia, Italy. In 2001, radiocarbon dating revealed that one of two monuments on the site has been around since 3500-3000 BC. That these ancient buildings are still standing today just goes to show how resilient we are.

04/06/2020

With most social gatherings on hold, there has been a boom in virtual meetings. Educators are offering virtual classes on cooking and various crafting activities to help people pass the time. Some of our favorite celebrities are even offering free concerts via live stream on social media platforms.

04/06/2020

04/05/2020

Self-Care Tip: Take time throughout the day to get outside or open up your windows to get some fresh air. This can help refresh and recharge you!

04/05/2020

Tell us the song that makes you want to get up and dance 100% of the time!

04/05/2020

Uchiwa, a type of Japanese fan, were originally made out of large leaves and animal hair. Today, they're typically made from bamboo and paper. As part of seasonal traditions, uchiwa were often given as gifts during the hotter seasons.

Making uchiwa is a great craft to work on with your kids at home while learning more about Japanese culture.

You'll need:
-2 pieces of paper (the thicker, the better)
-Scissors
-Colored pencils, crayons, or markers
-Fly swatter (preferably one that is bigger)
-Glue

To start, place your fly swatter on a piece of paper. Trace a circle around it, leaving the bottom part a flat edge. Draw a gentle curve that bends into the circle where the flat edge is.

Place both pieces of paper together and cut out the shape that you drew so that you'll have two identical pieces. Decorate one side each of your two pieces of paper.

When your designs are complete, glue the back of one of your paper cutouts and press the fly swatter into place making sure that part of the fly swatter is showing (similar to how the bamboo shows on the uchiwa). Repeat with the other cutout and place on the other side of the fly swatter.

04/04/2020

We've seen an unexpected silver lining for the environment amid the current world state. Clearer water in rivers and canals, cleaner beaches, and less air pollution!

04/04/2020

Anyone else wistfully looking back on their travel pictures?

04/04/2020

From the kinds of beans, to the style we drink it, coffee is a popular drink all over the world.

How do you prefer your cup of coffee?

Do you prefer an espresso like they do in Italy, or do you prefer a café au lait like they do in France?