Hanukkah History and Traditions

The festival of lights, known as Hanukkah, is celebrated for eight days beginning on the 25th day of Kislev of the Hebrew calendar, which can occur anytime from late November to late December. The holiday commemorates the rededication of the Holy Temple in Jerusalem after its desecration by the forces of Antiochus IV, ruler of

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DIY Menorahs

Handmade Hanukkah: DIY Menorahs!

Hanukkah is from Sunday, November 28th - Monday, December 6th, 2021. Get prepared for the holiday with these fun family crafts! Get crafty this holiday season with DIY menorahs! Whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly version or something more understated, these menorahs are sure to please this Hanukkah!   Wood Block Menorah Supplies Ten 2-inch wood

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Seafood Dishes

Seafood Dishes That Are Kid & Mom Approved

Seafood is a superfood! It is packed with nutrients and healthy fats, like the omega-3 you can find in salmon, that keep you full all day long, and it is a great source of energy for your little rascals. However, sometimes it seems impossible to serve seafood to your children without them turning up their

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Parents vs. Grandparents: When Parenting Practices Collide

You’ve done it. You’ve become an adult, had kids of your own and are now attempting to parent them. Undoubtedly you’ve cherry picked parenting methods from a variety of sources and are now settled on how you will navigate your babes from infancy through college. All is well until you find yourself at odds with

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Homeschooler Struggles

What to Do When Your Homeschooler Struggles With a Subject

I vividly remember my junior year of high school. I was taking physics. No matter how hard I tried, I just couldn’t seem to get it. I studied. I met with my teacher. I did everything right, but I still struggled with that class. I know I’m not alone. You probably have a subject like

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Child's Constipation

Smooth Sailing: Treating Your Child’s Constipation

Constipation is a common health condition, and children are not immune. According to the BMJ journal, it is one of the top 10 common problems that pediatricians see in their office, and up to 8 percent of American children are chronically constipated. We have some tips to help with your child's constipation. Common signs of

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birthday party

D.I.Y. Birthday Party Piñata!

Your kiddo's birthday is right around the corner, and this year he or she has requested a VERY specific theme for the party. You've searched for hours on the internet and in stores for a piñata that even comes close to the theme, but have had zero luck. Well, have no fear! Roll those sleeves

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Right Insect Repellent

Bug Off! Finding the Right Insect Repellent for Your Family

In Florida, we don’t ever have a season that is truly bug free, however, we do have times that are buggier than others. Mosquitoes and ticks are the most popular annoyances, but we are also home to flies, ants, bees and chiggers to name a few. Besides being a nuisance, they can also carry diseases,

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