How to make an easy (arrow) paper airplane

Yesterday, someone made my youngest son Sean a paper airplane. Somehow, I left the airplane behind when we left. “Can we go back and get it?” Sean begged. My answer was, “No, we can’t.” (We were too far away.) He … Read More

Nemo Snow Day Fun

This weekend was so much fun thanks to the winter storm “Nemo”.  A meeting that I was scheduled to attend on Saturday was canceled, so I was able to have a good old snowball fight with my sons. I hope … Read More

Mickey’s Typing Adventure Software Giveaway

Congrats to the winner: Susie! If you have young kids (ages 6 to 12) who want to learn how to touch-type, then you will love this particular giveaway for Disney: Mickey’s Typing Adventure. (Individual Software Inc. sent it for my … Read More

9 Creative Valentine’s Day Ideas for Kids

I admire creative people. (While I do have “bursts” of creativity, I’m definitely more of a left-brained, logical type of person.) That is why I am happy to share these creative Valentine’s Day activities from educator and artist Susan Marcus. … Read More

Celebrate Chinese New Year: Fortune Cookie Recipe

fortune cookie recipeCredit: Plato Spelunks
I have mentioned Handstand Kids Cookbook Company in the past. (I celebrated National Spaghetti Day with their “Mama’s Spaghetti & Meatballs”.) Their cookbook kits really are a great way for kids to experience preparing and eating recipes from around the world. To celebrate Chinese New Year, try their recipe for “Tell My Future Fortune Cookies” and enjoy writing your own fortunes!

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Quick & Easy Kid Friendly Recipes for Chinese New Year 2013

chinese new year 2013 recipes

One of the best ways to introduce kids to another culture is by introducing them to its food. Chinese New Year, “The Year of the Snake”, kicks off on February 10, 2013. To celebrate, I’m happy to share a couple of Asian recipes from Simply Asia.

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