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.
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The Book Nook
All of these books are available for check out at the Henderson County Public Library. Panda’s Easter Basket by Tara Jaye Morrow On Easter morning Panda finds the best Easter basket he ever had. But despite Mama’s warning, he can’t help nibbling on all that candy. Will Panda’s upset tummy
Moms of Multiples From One Mom to Another
As I have shared with you, I have recently become a mother of two. Like many, I worried how this transition would be. Would it be easier than I thought? Harder? How would my daughter handle not being an only child anymore? The questions running through my mind were endless, as I prepared to enter
Parental Control
Q: “I am recently divorced and my 8-year-old son has really been having a hard time. Sometimes he does not want to go to his Dad's house because he says that is not his bedroom. He has started to have anxiety and gets mad easily. We are trying to work together, but nothing seems to be working. Do
The Reading Nook
Mr. Goat’s Valentine by Eve Bunting After reading in the newspaper that it’s Valentine’s Day, Mr. Goat sets out in search of very special gifts for his first love. But just what would a goat choose as the perfect gifts to show how he feels? Readers will be in for a surprise at Mr. Goat’s
Easter Bunny Craft
What You Need: ›› sucker ›› pipe cleaner ›› styrofoam ball (about $3 for pack of 10 at Hobby Lobby) ›› wiggly eyes ›› pom poms ›› felt ›› glue Directions: Slide styrofoam ball onto stick of sucker. Glue eyes and pom poms on for nose, hands and tail. Glue pipe
How to Commit to Your New Year’s Resolutions
On January 1, many of us set out to achieve one, or a list, of New Year’s Resolutions. Cut back on sugar, hit the gym, stay off social media, etc. However, we often find it much harder to stay committed to those resolutions than we thought. On paper they seem much easier to check off our list. We
Tips to Get Rid of Halloween Candy
Too much leftover Halloween candy? Check out this list of ways you can use your Halloween candy, so it doesn’t go to waste. ›› Use in a Recipe There are tons of ways you can use leftover candy to bake. Whether it is for Witch’s Brew Brownies (like the recipe on the next page), cookies,
How to Have a Harmless Halloween
The kids’ favorite season is upon us. That’s right, fall is here; and with it, Halloween is just right around the corner. So what can we, as parents, do to keep our children safe and secure while ensuring they have a fun, happy Halloween? Check out these simple safety tips to help your children
Grandparent’s Day – DIY Popsicle Stick Picture Frame
Grandparents Day is the day we celebrate the special grandparents in our lives, and what better way for grandchildren to show their love and appreciation than to make a special craft all by themselves? We have provided you with a fun and simple DIY kids’ craft that every grandparent is sure to
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