While for children and adults alike the highlight of Halloween just may be the candy you may be surprised to learn that there is a practical side to the candy gathering as well. If you are a parent trying to help your child develop better math skills or a teacher who would like … [Read more...] about Using Halloween Candy in Math Projects
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Five Movie Night Snacks to Try This Fall
It’s fall; the leaves are changing, the temperature is dropping, and there’s no better time to carve out an evening with your family, a great movie, a pile of blankets, and some delicious snacks. While we’re all guilty of reaching for what’s easiest, check out these fun, filling … [Read more...] about Five Movie Night Snacks to Try This Fall
Some Pitfalls of Playgroups
Kids love to play with other kids, and moms are always up for talking to and getting to know other moms better, especially when they do not have a lot of interaction with other adults during the day. Thus, the birth of playgroups. Playgroups offer a chance for kids to socialize … [Read more...] about Some Pitfalls of Playgroups
The Best Flowers for A Summer Wedding
A summer wedding promises beauty and a great setting for an outdoor wedding or reception. With all of the natural outdoor beauty, one can understand why it might be hard to choose the flowers for a summer wedding. The following is a look at some of the best flowers for a summer … [Read more...] about The Best Flowers for A Summer Wedding
Sweet Potato Pie You Gotta Try
As a North Carolinian, sweet potatoes are kind of my (our) thing—we're the #1 sweet potato producing state in the country, and we're proud of it.We also know how to make the perfect sweet potato pie.When I was growing up, I never ate sweet potatoes. I never understood that a … [Read more...] about Sweet Potato Pie You Gotta Try
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