Santa’s Elves
Looking for something fun to pass the time while waiting for holiday celebrations? Gather family and friends for a quick round of the “Little People Game”. Elves, gnomes, pixies, fairies, … Continue reading
Eat Your Way Through Family History
One of the tastiest family traditions is passing on favorite recipes from one generation to the next. Food binds families across time and distance and recalls fond memories of holidays … Continue reading
Christmas Seals
The origin of the Christmas seal is an inspiration to youngsters everywhere and helps children understand how one simple idea put into action has lasting effects! This event happened over … Continue reading
Seahorses
When is a horse not a horse? When it’s a seahorse, of course! This unique creature of the open seas has body parts that match other animals—and not only a … Continue reading
Salmon
In late summer and early fall some animals sense the changing seasons and respond to nature’s alarm clock to preserve the life of their species. Among those animals are salmon … Continue reading
Sports: Facts & Opinions
Knowing the difference between fact and opinion will make smarter and more discerning consumers, debaters and users of information. Facts can be measured or proven, while opinions are those feelings … Continue reading
Halloween in the Attic
Join the Startleson kids as they explore their spooky attic for Halloween treasures. Enter the dusty, dark and cluttered space—if you dare—to hunt costumes, critters, skulls, old dolls, pumpkins, goblins … Continue reading
Fall Leaves
Science is in the air as fall brings opportunities to study changes between seasons. There is no more colorful display than leaves shifting from summer’s bright green to the red, … Continue reading
Excalibur
The legend of Kin Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table has been the subject of film, novels and musical plays over the years. Merlin the Magician, Sir Lancelot, … Continue reading
Freedom of Speech
Constitution Day comes around every September 17th and is a national holiday that honors the signing of the document that outlines the United States government and citizens’ rights. Freedom of … Continue reading