Geodes

Pink geode by Fran W.

Today’s Topic: Geodes

Did you know…

A mummified frog was discovered in a flint geode in 1899!

Today’s Activity: Make your own "geode"

Benjamin Franklin's Armonica

Franklin's Glass armonica author Vince Flango

Today’s Topic: The Glass Armonica

Did you know....

In 1758, Benjamin Franklin, was inspired to make his glass armonica after seeing water-filled wine glasses played in England!

Today’s Activity: Play a virtual armonica or Listen as a glass armonica is played

Santa Claus

Santa Claus, illustrated by Thomas Nast 1881

Today’s Topic: Santa Claus

Did you know…

Father Christmas, Pere Noel, Befana, Kris Kringle, Hoteisho, Sinterklas, and Saint Nicholas are just a few of the many names Santa Claus is known by around the world!

Today’s Activity: Heart-faced Santa

Santa's Elves

Christmas Shape Elf by Fran W.

Today’s Topic: Santa's Elves

Did you know…

Santa's elves are magical beings that make toys and help around the North Pole!

Today’s Activity: Make a Christmas shape elf

Reindeer/Caribou

Two Scottish Reindeer Photo by Adrian Pingstone

Today’s Topic: Reindeer/Caribou

Did you know...

Reindeer are also known as caribou!

Today’s Activity: Caribou Diorama

Make your own: Candy Countdown Calendar

Candy Countdown Ornament by Fran W.

You will need:

A large recycled cereal, frozen pizza, or cracker box

Scissor

Construction paper

Pencil

White glue

Ribbon

Hole punch

Bag of your favorite foil-wrapped candy such as Hershey Kisses, peanut butter cups, mints, etc.

Optional Items: Basic craft supplies (Glitter, paper punches, stencils, etc.)

Tip: Oak-tag board or any strong paper can be used in place of a recycled box.

The Mayflower

"Mayflower in Plymouth Harbor" by William Halsall

Today’s Topic: The Mayflower

Did you know…

Christopher Jones was the owner and captain of the Mayflower, until his death in 1622! 

It took the Mayflower 66 days to sail from Plymouth, England to Plymouth, Massachusetts, America!

Today’s Activity: Following the Mayflower's Journey