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Hola! September 15–October 15 is Hispanic Heritage Month, so let’s celebrate! Vamonos!
QUESTIONS: What is Hispanic Heritage Month? A time when we recognize all the awesome things Hispanic Americans have done. Like what? Language, food, dance, art, movies, medicine and... READ MOREThere are gross germs everywhere! Let’s wash our hands to stay healthy.
QUESTIONS: Why do we wash our hands? What are germs? How do we wash our hands?LEARN:
What are germs? Germs are tiny organisms that can cause us to be sick. They’re so small they can’t... READ MORE
What’s more exciting than bugs? Let’s celebrate our creepy crawly friends today!
QUESTIONS What do bugs look like? Do you like bugs? Do they crawl? Do they fly? How many legs do they have? (Obviously there are different answers to this!) READRead any book you may... READ MORE
This week, we’re celebrating fruit, and what better way to start than with a joke? What fruit is green and square? A lemon in disguise! Ha ha! With that, let’s get started.
LEARNFruits are healthy foods that you can eat! They grow on a plant, and contain seeds.
... READ MORESince we’re continuing to celebrate all types of magical creatures this summer, let’s continue this week with fairies!
Let’s start with some questions:
What does a fairy look like? Are fairies big or little? Are they kind? Can you name a fairy? What would you name... READ MOREPages
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Chef Joycelyn Bryant, a frequent OCLS presenter, shares her recipes for two Thanksgiving favorites. You can join Chef Jocelyn for a live online cooking demonstration on Saturday, November 14, 4 p.m. where she will demonstrate how to make soups that will warm you, fill you up... READ MORE
November is a month for reflection. It’s a time when our thoughts turn inward, to focus on the goodness in our lives. It’s a time to be with our friends and our families to share food and conversation. It’s a time for togetherness and a time to give thanks.
For many... READ MORE
Put on your jacket, because it’s Autumn! Let’s celebrate with fall-themed stories and songs!
QUESTIONS: Can you name all the seasons? What happens in Autumn? (Leaves change color, it gets a little cooler outside, Halloween...) Do you like apples? Do you like pumpkins? ... READ MOREPages
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