Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power. So, in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos …
It’s that time of the year, when you’d rather be hungry than turn on your oven. Luckily, you can turn to the library for ideas to keep your home cool and your belly full. Read on for mouthwatering meal inspiration – whether cooked outdoors over an open fire, a grill, or simply not cooked at …
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Mateys, one of me favorite times o’ year be good ol’ Thanksgiving. It’s a holiday dedicated to being appreciative that we celebrate by eatin’! I love turkey, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce, green bean casserole, and really anything else ye might serve. That’s why I’ve gone on a hunt for Thanksgiving feastings ye don’t …
One of the best things about summer is the fresh produce: watermelon, mango, corn, avocado, cilantro, raspberries. Mmmmm. One of the worst things about summer is the heat. So what’s a person to do when they want to cook with in-season ingredients without heating up the house? One word: Grill. Now combine the genius of …
When my sister and I were kids, we felt deprived because we never had the privilege of eating a frozen dinner, aka, “TV” dinners. All the rest of the neighborhood kids got to partake of this modern convenience, and they taunted us with tantalizing tales of the ambrosia that was found in the grocer’s freezer …