Ukraine – did you know?

Ukraine – did you know?

There seems to be a lot of talk right now about the country called Ukraine. It is under attack from the border country called Russia. So, let’s just take a look at a few facts about this country in eastern Europe. Did you know? Ukraine is the second largest country on the continent after Russia […]

If I could eat any paczki I want, I would eat…

If I could eat any paczki I want, I would eat…

Happy Paczki Day! Enjoy fairy tale stories of yummy desserts! Pączki have been made in Poland at least since the Middle Ages. They are uniquely filled doughnuts found in Polish cuisine. Traditional pączki are made from rich dough of eggs, fats, sugar, yeast, and milk. Donuts in Wyandotte is selling paczki in flavors like apple, lemon, raspberry, custard, and chocolate. […]

World Peace

World Peace

Let’s take a step back into history for a moment. When have we in the United States or in other parts of the world been divided and later united? Remember the Great Depression from 1929-1939? It was one of the greatest economic downturns in American and European history. Remember the American Revolution (1775-1783)? Remember the […]

President’s Day Wordsearch

President’s Day Wordsearch

What a wonderful day it is! President’s Day gives us a day to celebrate the presidents of the United States. How many of the presidents can you recall? From Washington, Adams, and Jefferson down to Lincoln and so forth. Years ago, in many elementary schools’ students were required to memorize their names in order. Then […]

FDA – did you know?

FDA – did you know?

Let’s stay healthy. We all want to be healthy, strong, and fit. So, let’s follow some of the clever ideas we have been taught such as eating healthy foods, getting exercise, drinking plenty of water, going to bed early, and finding time for wholesome recreational activities. Let’s read the labels the FDA (Food & Drug […]

Holocaust Remembrance Day Wordsearch

Holocaust Remembrance Day Wordsearch

Let’s celebrate Holocaust Remembrance Day. Actress Julianna Margulies will host International Holocaust Remembrance Day Specials for CBS and MTV.  A Holocaust Memorial Special will air on Wednesday, January 26 at 10pm on Smithsonian Channel before airing on MTV internationally on Thursday, January 27 and in the U.S. on Monday January 31 at 10pm. Word searches develop […]

I saw empty shelves…

I saw empty shelves…

Have you been to the grocery store lately? Have you seen empty shelves anywhere? It’s possible you saw empty shelves in the stores or online. Maybe you spoke to someone, and they shared that their store’s favorite chips were sold out. Well, guess who else saw it? I did. Yep. Me too. It’s even on […]

National Religious Freedom Day – wordsearch

National Religious Freedom Day – wordsearch

Happy National Religious Freedom Day! We are thankful for our First Amendment freedom of religion rights. Let’s continue to work together in humanitarian efforts such as volunteer food banks and natural disaster projects. Enjoy this word search called “National Religious Freedom Day Wordsearch”. Word searches develop spelling skills, extend vocabulary, and emphasize pattern recognition. Find […]

Thanksgiving – What are you thankful for?

Thanksgiving – What are you thankful for?

Happy Thanksgiving! It’s time to be especially thankful for our memories, opportunities, challenges, and blessings. Let’s count our many blessings and see what God has done for us. Let us be of good cheer. I am thankful for you! I am thankful for – I am thankful to enjoy the freedom to write children’s books […]