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Cool Craft Ideas For January

Gone are the warm summery days of July, the green grass and lush gardens.  In most areas of North America, we’re enduring chilly temperatures, dormant plants, snow and ice.  The outdoors can still be a great opportunity to explore, play and create with kids, though, even in the middle of winter. Read more…

Getting Clean The Fun Way!

My kids BEG to take baths.  It is quite possibly the highlight of their evening.  But, it wasn’t always this easy.  We’ve come a long way from the anguish of putting our toes in the water and the screaming of the thought of hair-washing.  Here are some of the things we do to make bath-time…play-time (and clean-time)! Read more…

Academic Giftedness

At my son’s school, we have a special program called the “Challenge” program.  It is for students that are supposedly academically “gifted”.  The class is a pull-out program, so children that qualify for this service are pulled out of their academic classes for additional instruction.  Children qualify for this program based on two screening instruments (”tests”), a teacher profile and a parent profile. Read more…

From Us To You

From all of us at Wonderbrains, we wish you and your family a peaceful and joyous holiday season.

 

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This Week’s Recalls by CPSC

1. Codee International Corp. Recalls Children’s Jewelry Due to Risk of Lead Exposure

2. Children’s Toys Recalled by Dollar Tree Stores Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard  

3. Infantino Recalls Infant Teethers Due to Choking Hazard

4. AAFES Recalls “Soldier Bear” Toys Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

5. Teething Rings Recalled by Empire Silver Due to Choking Hazard 6. Super Magnet Toys Recalled by MTC Due to Aspiration and Intestinal Hazards

7.  Fishing Games Sold at Grocery Stores Recalled by Far East Brokers Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard

Holiday Recipe: Monkey Bread

This is a great treat for Christmas morning - or any other morning for that matter!  It is easy and fun (and messy), so be sure everyone gets involved in creating it! Read more…

Tis The Season To Give

Our church is offering up a wonderful ministry this holiday that literally anyone can do on their own.  Try out a few of the recipes posted on here and you’re on your way to a new holiday tradition. Read more…

Holiday Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Swirls

This is a great little, light cookie that is perfect for dessert, snacks, and even breakfast!  It is very easy for kids to make, yet tastes like it came from a commercial bakery.  It is sure to be a favorite with everyone! Read more…

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