Featured Teacher: Meet Sara Bolton

By Giggle Magazine | February 20, 2020 | Featured Teacher , Learn
AT WHAT SCHOOL DO YOU CURRENTLY WORK? Talbot Elementary School WHAT GRADE/AGE DO YOU TEACH? 5th grade HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A TEACHER? Nine years WHAT SUBJECT DO YOU TEACH? Math, Science and Robotics Why were you inspired to teach? I had many fantastic teachers growing up who inspired me to teach. I knew

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DIY Hanging Planter Pails

By Allison Raber | February 20, 2020 | DIY , Happy Home
Calling all green-thumbed gardeners! Have you been looking for a fun way to brighten up your entryway? Well look no further! These quick do-it-yourself hanging planter pails are the perfect way to complete your garden. Supplies needed 2 metal pails, about 8 inches in diameter 2 coco liners, sized to fit in your pail Mini

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9 Products For a Birthday Bonanza

By Nicole Irving, Publisher and Editor-In-Chief | February 19, 2020 | Giggle Stamp
These are a must-have for any birthday party you are planning this year! They are perfect for adding those finishing touches to any birthday party celebration! Happy party planning! Rifle Paper Birthday Cards $5, riflepaper.com Acrylic Birthday Cake Topper $9, canaryandking.com   DIY Unicorn Balloon Kit $16, uncommongoods.com   Cookie Spoon Pan $18, uncommongoods.com  

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Paint The Perfect Party For Your Little Picasso!

By Giggle Magazine | February 18, 2020 | Feature , Holidays
It’s party time and this year, what better way to celebrate your little Picasso than with a magical get-together inspired by the arts! We used bright and fun paint colors and tied in art elements for a party fit for any budding artist! Paint Party Essentials 1. Pantone punch 2. Festive backdrop 3. Birthday banner

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Everything You and Your Family Should Know About The Coronavirus

By Anastasia Sims | February 11, 2020 | Blog , Health
  While the Flu is still making its rounds around Gainesville and Alachua County, another illness has made national headlines. The coronavirus has quickly become one of the most talked about viruses in recent history, and with a good reason. According to Business Insider, the coronavirus has killed more people in the past 6 weeks

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Express Yourself… with Flowers!

By Sarah Loftus | February 11, 2020 | Home Life , Life
Who doesn't love getting flowers? When one thinks Valentine's Day, red roses is sure to pop into the mind. But, what happens when Valentine's Day comes and goes and you want to send a message to a loved one or friend, and you're not quite sure what kind of flower to send? Here is a

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What To Do When Your Kiddo Has Pinworms

By April Tisher | February 10, 2020 | Health
“You’ll get worms!” Is this just something moms like to use as a scare tactic, or is it something to really be concerned about? My mom swears she used to buy sterilized sand for my sandbox when I was a kid because she was afraid I would eat it and get worms. Was this necessary

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3 Nacho Recipes to Make on Super Bowl Sunday!

By Isabela Rosa | February 4, 2020 | Blog , Forks & Spoons , Recipes
Super Bowl Sunday is this weekend! What better way than to celebrate than with your own homemade nachos. Enjoy these recipes with your family as you cheer on the Buccaneers or the Chiefs!   Classic Nachos  Ingredients:  Tortilla Chips  Ground beef or meat of choice  Cheese (shredded)  Toppings: salsa, jalapeños, sour cream, green onion and

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Make Everyday Moments Teachable Moments

By Bobbi Bloom | January 24, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Teens
It is certainly true that many sensitive topics in life (the birds and the bees, drugs, divorce or natural disasters) cause even the most comfortable parents to be a little uneasy. While those conversations may not be a piece of cake to discuss, it is always better if the truth comes from you rather than

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Try These At-Home Listening Activities

By Rebecca Vitkus | January 22, 2020 | Conception 2 College , Early Years
While listening skills are practiced every day in preschool and kindergarten classrooms, it is up to parents to continue building those listening skills at home. Former kindergarten teacher Ilene Vitkus shared some of her classroom tactics to make at-home listening activities both fun and beneficial. Draw This! Bring out the crayons and paper and instruct

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