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We are so excited to share with all of our readers a Fidget Spinner costume you can make on your own and it costs very little to make. Oh and did I mention, the fidget spinners really do SPIN! Are you excited to see how to make it? Because, we are excited to show you […]
Read MoreOn Monday, August 21st, 2017 all of North America will be able to see the Total Solar Eclipse. On Long Island the visibility will be at about 70% (weather depending). Are you as excited as we are? In this post we have a fun guide to places you can visit with your family on […]
Read MoreEveryone gets stressed even our kids. It is very common to see both kids and adults struggle with anxiety. “Releasing tension with a stress ball can be very calming and therapeutic”, says Erika Burdick. Try this easy DIY stress ball and watch the stress disappear.
Read MoreKids of all ages and adults love dinosaurs! These sensory activities will keep the kids busy and happy for hours. These activities are fun to make for a rainy day or to use when playing outside.
Read MoreSLIME Maker Expo (Students of Long Island Maker Expo) Saturday, May 20th 10am to 3pm From recyclables to robotics, celebrating 21st century learning for all Long Island students. SLIME is an interactive day of making for family and educators from all across Long Island. Hands-on learning activities from recyclables to robotics promote critical thinking and […]
Read MoreCara’s love for animals and compassion for others is why she is our Shining Child of the month. Meet nine-year old, Cara Scaduto. Cara is very artistically talented and she puts that talent to great use. She is making a difference with her artistic talent in our community in big ways. Whether her art is […]
Read MoreMeet our Shining Child for the month of January, Justice Rodriguez. Justice inspires us all to strive for what we want and at any age we can become a local entrepreneur.
Read MoreA simple and classic game for all ages is ring toss. Make it a Halloween Theme by making witch hats out of dollar store cones and making rings out of paper plates. Have fun at your next Halloween Party with this simple game idea.
Read MoreWe had a great time reading Time to Sleep, by Denise Fleming with our little friends at the Sweetbriar Nature Center.We read the story last week and did a fun sensory craft and activity to go along with the book. Ms. Ann begins her story time greeting all her friends and their parents/ caregivers. We […]
Read MoreWho has some cardboard in their recycle bin? And who has children who look for something new to play with? I know we all do and this “new” toy not only costs nothing to make but, it will keep your kids entertained for a long time. Sounds great, right?
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