Kids Corner

Enjoy a homespun Halloween holiday

Halloween is a day many people, including adults and children, eagerly anticipate. Steeped in tradition, Halloween is a day that's always good for a scare and, of course, some candy. Many Halloween traditions are rooted in customs from the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain. Samhain marked the end...

How to shop seasonal Halloween stores

As Halloween draws near, homeowners decorate their porches with jack-o'-lanterns and make sure their scariest costumes are ready for the big day. In the weeks leading up to Halloween, there's a good chance one or more seasonal Halloween retailers will pop up in the neighborhood. These stores...

A look back at popular Halloween costumes (And ideas for this year, too)

Lavish costumes are one of the hallmarks of Halloween. Some people plan their costumes months in advance, and each year inspiration comes from some of the popular memes, movies and conversations that have helped shape people's lives. New research from the National Retail Federation says social...

Precious Pup Word Search for 10/1/20

Unique ways to celebrate Halloween, even if it's not in-person

Halloween celebrations will be different in 2020. A global pandemic has made activities like trick-or-treating risky, and many parents figure to keep kids home this Halloween. It may be hard to envision a Halloween without kids getting together as they go from house to house in search of candy. But...

Sports Play Word Search for 9/24/20

Tips for effective remote learning

An increased reliance on virtual home instruction has many students rethinking their organizational strategies and daily school schedules. Learning at home is different from being in a traditional classroom environment, but with some effective strategies, students can persevere without missing a...

What's The Difference? for 9/17/20

How to manage low bandwidth during remote learning sessions

In the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak, many schools hastily transitioned from traditional in-person learning to remote learning. This transition posed new and unique challenges to educators as well as students and their parents. One of the biggest challenges posed by remote learning was keeping...

Tips for successfully gifting teens

Giving gifts during the holiday season may be rewarding, but certain people on your shopping list may leave you scratching your head wondering what to buy. Teenagers often fall into that confusing category. As trends and interests change at a moment's notice, adults may not know what to get the...