Spooky Spiderwebs

Oh, what tangled webs we weave. Muahahahaha!

It’s that time of year again, when the ghosts and goblins (our kids) come out to beg for candy, and it’s our job (as responsible parents) to scare them. And every year I add just a little more to my graveyard of fun (the front yard), this year … Spooky Spiderwebs.

They are hauntingly easy to make and will be the perfect addition to your decor.

Here is how to make Spooky Spiderwebs … if you dare!

All you need are large trash bags, scissors and a small clip.

1) Start by unfolding the bag and lay it out on a flat surface.
2) Then, fold the bag in half vertically and then again horizontally.
3) Next, hold one corner and fold corner to corner to make a triangle and then fold again to make a smaller triangle. (This is similar to the way you would fold paper to make snowflakes.)
4) Fold the center corner over and clip it in place.
5) Last, cut 1 to 2 inch thick strips from the outside (the loose ends) to the inside (the fold), leaving about an inch on the inside. On the last cut, cut all the way to the end, removing the stray ends of the bag.

Unfold the webs and, “It’s alive. It’s alive!”
Hang them up inside or outside using push-pins or black electrical tape.

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Happy Halloween!

Longest Haunted House Ever

Dragon’s House of Horror is the longest walk-through haunted house in the world, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. It’s 1.3 miles and 45 minutes of…well, you’ll see.

(Some of us are still sweating, by the way.)

Creative Learning

As every parent knows, there is no one particular way that kids learn—after all, every kid is unique. That means their learning styles are unique, too! Here are tips by our newest On The Rocks contributor, Andi B.—Yo! 105.1 host and mom of three (be sure to check out her segment on “New Mexico Living”).

All kids are different—which means, of course, that their learning styles will be different, too. Some are best at learning with hands-on experiences, while others need to hear, see, and write down what they learn so that they retain information. It’s hard to know what type of learner your child may be, so you have to get creative. Try using a variety of methods when working on homework and helping your children learn.

Some children are kinesthetic learners, and movement is what helps them learn best.
Play hopscotch to learn to count. They can jump on a trampoline and recite multiplication facts or spell words as they bounce.

Think outside of the box. You can write words in chalk on the sidewalk when you’re working on spelling. Sand or salt trays are great for learning to write letters, too. (Not every kid loves notebooks!)

For kids who are easily distracted, allow movement or “brain breaks” in between assignments. These little breaks could be jumping in place, stretching, or even tossing a ball back and forth a few times.

Hands-on learners will enjoy moving beads on a pipe cleaner to count, or using real cash to practice counting money and understand currency.

But don’t forget to use real-life experiences to encourage learning everyday. Measure out the ingredients with your child when you bake together. Host a lemonade stand and practice counting change back.

Kids are natural learners—they want to figure out the world around them. Every moment is a teachable one…but it should also be fun. Test out different methods, and you’ll find what works best for your child—and you! —ANDI B.

Super Simple, Super Cute Pumpkin Snacks!

 

Having to make healthy Halloween treats for your kids can be a real scare, but instead of trying to create a spooktacular event, just keep it simple. These are one of our favorites …

Carmelina Hart

This is one of the easiest and most awe-inspiring snacks for kids.

What you need: 

Seedless clementines

Celery

A knife

Told you it was easy!

Step 1 – Peel the clementines leaving them whole. This is the body of your pumpkin.

Step 2 – Wash and cut the celery lengthwise and then cut them into three-inch pieces. These are the stems.

Step 3 – Gently push the stems into the top of the pumpkin, allowing them to stick out about an inch or two.

Step 4 – Done.

I’m warning you now, you will become the envy of other parents and “that mom that always brings the best snacks” after this project.

Happy October!

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