5 Earth Day Activities for Children that Motivate and Inspire
Earth Day was established nearly 40 years ago through the conviction, enthusiasm and hard work of citizens and leaders concerned about the health of the planet and the legacy that we were all leaving for future generations. To meet the very significant challenges before us, the earth will need citizens who not only understand the […]
Disneynature Penguins Educator’s Guide and Activity Sheets
It’s time! The newest Disneynature film, PENGUINS, is now in theaters! As always, we’re delighted to celebrate and bring you educational and fun materials from our friends at Disneynature. This cinematic marvel gives us an insider view of the life Adélie penguin named Steve who joins hundreds of thousands of fellow males in the icy […]
The Healing Benefits of Dandelion
Spring is here and the dandelions are in full bloom already. Some homeowners view dandelions as a nuisance, but these lovely flowered weeds are bumblebee, butterfly and bird food havens. A dandelion is also an edible human food source. Everything from the flower to roots is edible. Sprinkle on a salad for a fresh treat! […]
Sous Vide Cooking and Egg Bites
As an avid traveler, I have plenty a breakfast at the local airport coffee shops. Recently I discovered mini egg bites made sous vide style and absolutely fell in love with these little delights! Thanks to my partnership with Vesta Precision, I’m now able to make an even better version at home with my own […]
Non-Candy Easter Basket Filler Ideas Your Kids Will Love
Every holiday, my kids are over-loaded with candy gifts. Even though we give some of it away, by Easter time, we still have leftovers from the winter holiday season. The last thing I want to do is fill their baskets with more candy. So every year I look for great non-candy Easter Basket filler ideas […]
Trendy Easter Basket Ideas for Teens
They may not believe in the Easter Bunny anymore, but most teens still love to find a fun-filled basket on Easter morning. Putting together an Easter basket for your teen is easier than you think. Thanks to our partnership with Altec Lansing and Polaroid, we have some wonderful trendy Easter basket ideas to get you […]
10 Ways to Protect Yourself from Theft When Traveling
Traveling for Spring and Summer break is always a treat! A trip can quickly turn sour, though, if you become the target of a thief. With a few preventative measures you can lower your risk for crimes like purse snatching and identity theft. It just takes a little foresight to protect yourself from theft when […]
Heirloom Seeds: How to Harness The Power of the Past
The case for heirloom seed saving has never been stronger. Right now there are around 10,000 plant varieties at risk of endangerment or extinction. In addition to providing plant biodiversity for the earth, many of these seeds are edible varieties that provide immense flavor and nutrients when cultivated. Edible seeds include alfalfa (sprouts), chia (sprouts), […]