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~ William Prince I think it’s safe to say that the sentiment above is being uttered by teachers everywhere this time of the year! It’s true, the end of the school year is upon us, and the summer months lay ahead. It is also the perfect time of year to show your child’s teacher […]
Tomorrow we celebrate Armed Forces Day. Armed Forces Day was first observed back in the 1950’s as a way to honor those who serve in our military. It is celebrated with parades, air shows and other festivities across the country. Attending these events is a great way to show your support for all that our
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~ Unknown Sunday is Mother’s Day! For all that our mothers do for us, it is important to take time on this special day to celebrate our moms. If your child is still looking for that perfect gift to give to mom or grandma on Sunday, consider some of the following creative ideas: Better Homes
“Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever” Read More »
~ Henry Ward Beecher (1813 – 1887) This Sunday is Cinco de Mayo, a day to celebrate the Mexican Army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla. This holiday is celebrated in various areas throughout Mexico, and across the United States it serves as a way to reflect on Mexican heritage and culture. In
Celebrating National Earth Day And Earth Week “We do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children” ~ Native American Proverb What began in 1970 as a single day each year spent focusing on environmental awareness and protection, is now celebrated for an entire week. The ultimate goal is that
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~ Steve Jobs One of the most exciting, and potentially rewarding tasks we undertake at Original Works every year, is developing new products. The process typically starts 12-18 months ahead of a final product release, and begins with brainstorming sessions, where no idea is too far fetched. Then, through an ongoing process of discussion and
~ Jane Smiley I love books. I love to read, love to explore, and love to learn. There is nothing as special as spending quiet moments with your child, reading and sharing these experiences with them. Looking for something fun and creative to do with your family?Why not grab your favorite Original Works tote bag
“Many people, myself among them, feel better at the mere sight of a book.” Read More »
~ Picasso What a wonderful journey this month has taken us on! Youth Art Month is about to come to a close, and by now I am sure that you have made all sorts of wonderful creations with your family and students. Last week we looked at ways to organize and display these masterpieces in
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~ Unknown In the past few weeks we have highlighted different aspects of Youth Art Month. We discussed the history and offered a few project ideas to help jump start your creativity. By now you hopefully have a growing stack of artistic creations, and you might be wondering how best to display your artwork. This
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~ Picasso In last week’s blog we discussed the history behind March being Youth Art Month. This week we thought we would share some ways in which schools and entire communities celebrate. If you are still looking for ways to incorporate Youth Art Month into your classroom, take a look at some of these creative
“One does not seek creativity, it finds you.” Read More »
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