On April 8, American camera buffs and those interested in all things celestial won't have to cross an ocean to experience a total solar eclipse. A total solar eclipse completely obscures the light of the sun, leaving just a faint visible solar corona. The 15-mile...

Alert for uncles, aunts and grandparents: If there is a five-year-old in your life, learn some knock-knock jokes. Parents will no doubt have already noticed that a good knock-knock jokes can cause a five-year-old to collapse in giggles. But occasional visitors can...

The story of how St. Patrick's Day became a global celebration is as curious as how Patrick himself became Ireland's foremost saint. The man who would become St. Patrick was a 5th century Roman-British Christian missionary. What we know about him comes from a single...

You can make the kids' Easter baskets more meaningful with an Easter egg time capsule. Have each child write a short note to themselves -- you can help young children write theirs. Next year, they get a plastic egg in their Easter basket that holds this year's note....

Don't put this down the garbage disposal Frustrating clogs and costly repairs -- that's what you'll get if you try to put the wrong things down your garbage disposal. Here are some of them: 1. Grease and oil: Fat can solidify and clog your pipes, leading to unpleasant...

Black bean chili, a hearty winter dinner Dispel the myth. Chili is not a native Mexican dish and bears little resemblance to cuisine from the South American country Chile. Most early references referred to "chili con carne" or meat stew. Some legends trace it to a...

The new year has begun. It's our chance to start again, to do it right this time and have another shot at success. The idea has prevailed since the dawn of history. New year celebrations date back more than 4,000 years, to the ancient Egyptians and Babylonians. Their...

Introduction: Get ready to bring Frosty the Snowman to life with this fun and easy craft, perfect for 4-year-olds! This activity is not only enjoyable but also helps in enhancing fine motor skills and creativity. Let's make our own Frosty! Materials Needed: White...

First Time Hosting Christmas? Here are tips for planning the day: If you are hosting the family for Christmas for the first time, you might not realize that it is a bit like conducting an orchestra. For a harmonious result, you have to understand all the moving parts....

Crafting Paper Snowflakes with Young Children: A Step-by-Step Guide Introduction: Creating paper snowflakes is a delightful and educational activity perfect for young children, especially during the festive winter season. It’s not only a fun way to engage their...