11. SCHOOL
12. PENS
13. PENCILS
14. BOOK BAG
15. FOLDER
16. GLUE
17. BINDERS
18. BUS
19. READING
20. MATH
21. HIGHLIGHTERS
22. RECESS
23. TEACHERS
24. UNIFORMS
25. CALCULATORS
26. CHALK
27. LUNCH BOX
28. PAPER CLIPS
29. LAPTOP
30. MARKERS
What is on your back to school list?
Nothing says back to school like Crayola! Have you seen the new Silly Scents from Crayola? They are scented markers in an array of vibrant colors. My kids were excited to get these in our back to school kit from Crayola.
I think the Silly Scents bring out the creativity in kids because you can "smell" the color. From scents of cherry to strawberry,you can smell them all. It is fun to color with Silly Scents. My kids love creating with them and all the products from Crayola
Crayola has always been at the top of my back to school list. I am brand loyal to Crayola. Their products are the best!
Make sure to check them out!
Unique Party Ideas
Planning birthday parties can be so challenging! You have to come up with a unique theme, send out invitations, buy decorations, figure out food options, put together the party, host the party, clean up the party, and more. If not ‘hard,’ it is definitely time consuming. Nowadays, kids have the most elaborate and creative parties! Everyone is coming up with new, unique parties and the pressure is on when it’s your turn to host. I know what it’s like to have that pressure on me, so I wanted to help you all out and give you a few creative party ideas!
- Rock Star Party
A rock star party would be a blast for any kid (or adult) that loves to perform! There are so many ways you can incorporate this theme into a party, but some of my favorite ideas are to set up a red carpet for all of the kids to walk when they arrive, make a stage and put on performances, make VIP passes for all of the kids, give out pop rocks or rock candy as a favor, create cute star decorations, and for invitations, make concert passes. If you put on performances, a bonus (if you can do it) would be to record all of the songs sung by the kids and create a CD at the end of the party with all of their songs on it. You could double this as a favor, or just add it along with the rock candy or pop rocks favor. An amazing gift for this party would be a guitar or set of drums!
- Hawaiian Luau Party
Who doesn’t love Lilo and Stitch?! Creating a luau is fun for all ages and both genders. The best part about a Hawaiian themed party is that it is easy to do! A lot of decorations can just be flowers and food items. For example, if you have cards to label your food options, you can put them on floral paper to stay with the theme. Some of my other favorite ideas are creating easy grass skirts, making Hawaiian chicken kabobs, drinking out of coconuts and maybe even having the party by the pool! There are so many ideas for a Hawaiian Luau party and you cannot go wrong, no matter what you end up doing. A great gift idea for a Hawaiian Luau party would be a trip to Hawaii - can you beat that?!
- Art party
An art party is a great way to have a traditional party, but there are a lot of ways to put a spin on it. For one, hiring a painter to actually live paint the party is an amazing, fun idea that the kids would love! If you don’t like the idea of hiring a painter for that purpose, you could also hire a caricature drawer so that all of the kids could take home their own caricature. If you don’t want to spend that much money, you can always just set up art stations for the kids. An example of this would be a tie dye shirt station, a painting station, and other creative stations! A great gift idea for an art party would be art classes, or a lot of art supplies.
- Ninja Party
Calling all the ninjas! This is an amazing idea for all of those kiddos that love ninjas, self defense classes and even the show American Ninja Warrior. A few great ideas for a ninja party would be black belts, ninja balloons and maybe even an ANW course. A great gift idea for the ninja lover would definitely be a ninja sword! You may be wondering where to get one of these, but fear not, I have your solution. Swords of Northshire sells samurai swords, ninja swords, knives, custom swords and accessories. According to them, their “goal is to exceed your expectations, and in turn, create a new standard for the sword industry.” Their highest priority is customer service and they prove that with their contact information, offering live chat, email and phone. Also their shipping and return policies are amazing. They allow free shipping and 100% money guarantee back if you are not satisfied. On their website, there is a variety of hand forged weapons that are battle ready and even some that are collector’s replicas, so they are most definitely works of art. Choose an amazing sword from Swords of Northshire and have it framed to keep as a keepsake for years to come.
Planning birthday parties can be challenging, but hopefully this short list helps relieve some of your stress. Do you have any unique party ideas?
Leap! Movie
Check
out the brand NEW trailer from The Weinstein Company’s LEAP!, featuring Carly Rae Jepsen’s
hit song from the soundtrack, “Cut To The Feeling.”
In LEAP! 11-year-old orphan, Félicie has one dream – to go to Paris and become a dancer. Her best friend Victor, an imaginative but exhausting boy with a passion for creating, has a dream of his own - to become a famous inventor. The two friends flee their orphanage in pursuit of their passions. But Félicie quickly learns that talent alone is not enough, but determined to succeed, Félicie finds her mentor in the tough and mysterious school custodian, Odette who, along with Victor’s encouraging friendship, help her reach for the stars.
In LEAP! 11-year-old orphan, Félicie has one dream – to go to Paris and become a dancer. Her best friend Victor, an imaginative but exhausting boy with a passion for creating, has a dream of his own - to become a famous inventor. The two friends flee their orphanage in pursuit of their passions. But Félicie quickly learns that talent alone is not enough, but determined to succeed, Félicie finds her mentor in the tough and mysterious school custodian, Odette who, along with Victor’s encouraging friendship, help her reach for the stars.
This charming animated comedy will inspire the whole family! Parents, kids, anyone who has
ever dreamed of following their heart will fall in love with LEAP!. The entire cast captures the spirit and humor of the story and
the music will have you dancing all the way home!
LEAP!
opens in theaters nationwide on August 30th and stars Elle Fanning, Nat Wolff and Maddie
Ziegler alongside Mel Brooks, Kate McKinnon and Carly Rae Jepsen.
#LeapMovie
Are you going to see this movie?
A Master Class In The Tough Art Of Cooking Meat
Cooking meat is a tough art to master. Veg takes care of itself, but a meat dish is a labor of love. From ribs to steak, the methods are much the same. All you need do is bare in mind a few simple steps to ensure your meat is as good as can be. Quality aside, there’s a more serious reason to perfect your meat cooking game. Meat products carry the most risk of any food you could work with. As such, cooking it well is a matter of safety. The good news is, we’ve got you covered with this list of must-follow meat prep steps.
GET THE RIGHT GEAR
Having separate gear on which to prepare your meat is essential. Professional kitchens have designated equipment for different foodstuffs and you should too. If you chop meat and veg on the same board, you open yourself to a world of trouble. Don’t take the risk.
GET THE RIGHT GEAR
Having separate gear on which to prepare your meat is essential. Professional kitchens have designated equipment for different foodstuffs and you should too. If you chop meat and veg on the same board, you open yourself to a world of trouble. Don’t take the risk.
When buying your meat board, consider options which will be easy to clean. The smallest speck of bacteria could cause major illness. As such, plastic options are your best bet. There’s no grain for bacteria to hide in, and you’ll be able to clean without worry.
Think, too, about what you’ll be cutting with. Blunt knives would rip rather than cut. Obviously, that’s not what you want. It’s worth turning to pros here, too. Chef knives like those reviewed by Cut It Fine are sure to serve you well. Reviews are fantastic because they specify the strengths of each option. It’s a fast way to find the right fit. You’ll also want to keep those knives sharp as possible, so invest in a blade sharpener. Get into the habit of using this whenever you feel the need.
MARINADE FOR FLAVOR
Making a meat dish isn’t as simple as getting it out of the fridge ten minutes before dinner. The work should start the night before. Making your marinade early and letting the meat soak is the best way to achieve a great flavor. It’s also a sure way to make your meat tender. All you need do is cut nicks into the meat and refrigerate it and the marinade in an airtight container. While this step isn’t essential for a fantastic dish, it’s sure to add something special.
HIGH HEAT VS. LOW HEAT
Think, too, about what you’ll be cutting with. Blunt knives would rip rather than cut. Obviously, that’s not what you want. It’s worth turning to pros here, too. Chef knives like those reviewed by Cut It Fine are sure to serve you well. Reviews are fantastic because they specify the strengths of each option. It’s a fast way to find the right fit. You’ll also want to keep those knives sharp as possible, so invest in a blade sharpener. Get into the habit of using this whenever you feel the need.
MARINADE FOR FLAVOR
Making a meat dish isn’t as simple as getting it out of the fridge ten minutes before dinner. The work should start the night before. Making your marinade early and letting the meat soak is the best way to achieve a great flavor. It’s also a sure way to make your meat tender. All you need do is cut nicks into the meat and refrigerate it and the marinade in an airtight container. While this step isn’t essential for a fantastic dish, it’s sure to add something special.
HIGH HEAT VS. LOW HEAT
When the time comes to cook, it’s hard to know the right way. Some recommend high heat to develop flavor, while others swear low heat preserves moisture. It’s a minefield. In truth, it all depends on what you’re cooking. A steak, for example, is best cooked fast and high. Here, you’re searing the outside rather than cooking. For a larger piece of meat, like a leg of lamb, slow is your best bet. You want this to be so tender it falls off the bone, and you aren’t going to get that with high heat. Don’t worry; the more meat you cook, the more understanding you’ll have of which method to use.
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