Finding A Love For Reading Through HCS Read Program Four years ago, Henderson County Schools started the HCS Reads initiative as a way for the school district to partner with families in our community to inspire a love of reading. You may be familiar with the popular “Winter Reading Challenge”
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Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
Photo By Jamie Alexander These cupcakes can be made with any cake mix (including boxed) and frosting that you’d like, making them both easy and customizable. They make a great treat for summer birthdays - the best part is they won’t melt like ice cream does! They can actually be easier to eat
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Missy Vanderpool Photo By: Darrin Phegley Tell us about your family? Kids, pets, etc. My husband, Matt, and I have been married almost 10 years. I have two sons, Dylan age 24 and Luke age 7, and a 3-year-old Labradoodle named Lilac. What do you do for a living and how long have
A Buzz-Worthy Craft
By 4th grade student Grace Millay | Photo By Jamie Alexander Today, I am going to show you how to make a bee. This can be a fun summer craft. Have fun! -Paint a toilet paper roll yellow. -Cut black construction paper into three strips. -Glue the strips on the toilet paper
The Book Nook
The Night Before Summer Vacation By: Natasha Wing A little girl and her family are getting ready to go on vacation . . . or at least they are trying to. In the effort to pack everything that will be needed, there’s bound to be something overlooked, and what that is
Staying Home?
By Katie Beth Osborne, 6th grade “Mom! I’m booooooored!” Ever said these words on a day when you’re stuck at home? We’ve all had those days where we’re cooped up inside. Besides heading straight to your phone, iPad, or Playstation, there are all sorts of other things that you can do or learn.
Rainbow Popsicles
If you’re looking for an easy summer recipe, these popsicles are filled with fun, bright colors and have a birthday cake flavor that your kids are sure to love! What you'll need: ›› Vanilla pudding ›› Food coloring (rainbow colors) ›› Popsicle molds or small paper cups ››
Dino- mite Lunch Box
You don't need to be a Pinterest queen to make some extra-fun lunches for birthdays, special occasions, or holidays! It's as easy as using cookie cutters or “sandwich cutter kits” found in grocery stores. Watch for more lunchbox themes and inspiration in upcoming issues!
Easter DIY with kids
(Recipes provided by Hallie Siewert from HallieCakes) Let’s hop into this spring season! We are bringing you a fun, easy DIY Easter craft idea and cupcake decorating tips your kids are sure to enjoy. Bunny & Egg Cupcakes What you’ll need: ›› Favorite Cupcake Recipe ›› Favorite
Easy Salt Dough Easter Egg Ornaments
WHAT YOU’ll NEED: ›› 1 cup of all-purpose flour ›› ½ cup of salt ›› ½ cup of water ›› Cookie sheet ›› Easter egg cookie cutter ›› Mixing bowl ›› Roller ›› Spatula ›› Parchment paper (optional) ›› Acrylic Paint ›› Paint Brush ›› Plastic straw ››
Calling all Hendersonians!