Creativity
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Inspirational Mom:: Tara Lazar, Kidlit Author Powerhouse
Looking for an inspirational mom with a “you can’t stop me” attitude? Meet Tara Lazar (rhymes with bazaar), a creative mother of two who writes quirky, humorous children’s books−picture books and middle school novels−that kids (and adults) love. She was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2010 and has lost feeling in her feet and legs. She’s a woman who is overcoming her chronic illness to achieve her goals and dreams. Tara is a kidlit author powerhouse who speaks at conferences and events, and teaches workshops to help other children’s authors achieve their dreams of getting published. Her new children’s book “Normal Norman” is delightful tale with an important message all children need to…
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Family Comedy Norm of the North Out on Blu-ray 4/19
”Norm has oodles of charm.” – Boston Herald From the Arctic Circle to Times Square The North Pole Takes on New York City When the Hilarious Animated Family Comedy Arrives on Digital HD March 29 from Lionsgate Available on Blu-ray™ Combo Pack and DVD April 19 This winter’s coolest family comedy, Norm of the North, slides onto Digital HD March 29 and Blu-ray Combo Pack (plus DVD and Digital HD) and DVD (plus Digital) April 19 from Lionsgate. Telling the ultimate tale of a loveable underdog who proves anything is possible with determination and a posse of loyal lemmings, Norm of the North features…
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Go Green this Easter :: Basket and Craft Ideas!
Easter is here! I have such fond memories of hunting for Easter eggs as a kid that each year I try to make it special for my daughter. We usually host the neighborhood Easter egg hunt and love seeing the kids excited about finding little treasures. For the older kids I put money in the eggs and ask them not to pick up the eggs that are “hidden” in plain site. These guys are for the little ones! This year we have some green ideas to incorporate this year for Easter. From using recycled and shredded colored craft paper to fill your baskets to making your own confetti…
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Take Your Kids to Venice, Italy for Carnevale! 7 Fun Activities They Will Love
The yearly celebration of Carnival is enjoyed in many cities around the world. Although Rio de Janeiro and New Orleans are the most well-known for their elaborate carnival escapades, the elegant, traditional and exciting Carnevale in Venice, Italy is a great way to celebrate with the whole family. The Venetians have made their age-old Carnevale celebration into a 17-day fun fest for all ages and offer many interesting and creative activities for kids. Here are 7 fun, historic and educational activities for kids during Venice Carnevale: 1. Dressing Up in Costume All kids will enjoy dressing up like it’s Halloween and not just for one day – but for over…
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Education :: Complete Preschool Curriculum
This is our second year as a homeschool family. I have a preschooler who will be going into kinder this fall and a second grader. Last year I didn’t do anything formal with my three year old since figuring out homeschool with my first grader was hard enough. When she wanted to participate I gave her manipulatives, things to color, sticker books, or our wipe-clean books to help her practice pen control. This year I was more structured and always had something available for her to do that counted as “school work”. She likes learning, so it’s important to me that I always have something for her to do.…
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Lifestyle Expert Chi-Lan Lieu Offers 6 Tips on Staying Connected and Managing App Stress
An Expert Offers 6 Tips on Staying Connected and Managing App Stress Last week I had a chance to speak with Technology and Lifestyle Expert Chi-Lan Lieu about how busy moms can utilize technology and all that it offers without feeling overwhelmed by it all. Ms. Lieu is currently the Technology & Lifestyle Expert for CBS’s hit daytime talk show, THE TALK. She’s appeared on numerous show to talk tech, including GOOD MORNING AMERICA, ELLEN, THE VIEW, TV GUIDE, E! ENTERTAINMENT, among others. She offers some really fantastic advice for our lovely dandelion moms about family goal-setting and figuring out what apps would work best for your needs. …