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One-line drawings
September 27, 2008
Swiss artist Paul Klee once said “Drawing is like taking a line for a walk.” You can put Klee’s words into practice by using this continuous-drawing technique.
Before you create your final » Full Story
Before you create your final » Full Story
Thinking ahead helps in the long run
September 27, 2008
(NAPSA) — When it comes to providing the best K-12 education for their children, parents may be advised to think ahead. Schools have a lot to offer but each student is different. Some may need enrichm » Full Story
Step out for a family walk
September 20, 2008
A friend of mine had an uncle who was notorious for dishing out advice. When anyone in the family complained or got a little too impatient, he predictably blurted out, without apology, "Walk it off!" » Full Story
Recycle and create a cup of fun
August 25, 2008
You're on vacation, and you just treated yourself to a refreshing, frothy mint-mocha ice drink with that big dollop of whipped cream on top while your kids slurped down a tall slushie cooler. So what » Full Story
Make your own sidewalk chalk
August 18, 2008
On a rainy day, it's fun to draw a picture on a sheet of paper. But when the sun shines, get outside and make giant-size drawings on the sidewalk or driveway with colorful sidewalk chalk you make your » Full Story
Fun in the field
August 2, 2008
At the end of the school year, Fredonia Elementary School held the “Amazing Race” field day where classrooms raced against the clock as they visited several Pit Stops around the world and enjoyed a va » Full Story
Bring home the beach
August 2, 2008
When you head for the beach by the sea or a lake, bring along a carton of plaster of Paris, a paper cup and an empty coffee can or plastic ice-cream pail to make a unique piece of natural art that wil » Full Story
Pop tabs for charity
July 26, 2008
In December 2007, the students in Janice Walzer-Meehl's third-grade class at Fredonia Elementary School began collecting pop tabs. They were inspired by the efforts of two other classes from Escondido » Full Story
Concoct play clay from stale bread
July 5, 2008
Keep your kids busy and crafty this summer using items from around the house. One of my favorites is concocting a batch of play clay from stale white bread! Since this play clay air-dries hard, it's i » Full Story
Practice safety on the Fourth of July
June 28, 2008
The Citizens Against Illegal Fireworks recently sponsored an essay contest for elementary students to promote awareness of the dangers of using and playing with fireworks. The winners of this year’s e » Full Story
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