In honor of May the 4th, we will be watching a documentary called Elstree 1976, which is about the world of Star Wars being built in Elstree studio by the extras of the film. As someone who grew up with Star Wars, this… Continue Reading Documentaries for Teens: Elstree 1976
Create a bracelet or lanyard using plastic lace! This tutorial teaches the zipper braid. Materials Needed 48" piece of plastic lace (Cut to 24" for a lanyard.) 24" piece of plastic lace (Cut to 12" for a lanyard.)… Continue Reading Zipper Braiding with Plastic Lace
The 2nd week in May is Wildflower Week, which is a great time to go out and admire the flowers! Wildflowers are not just pretty but essential for the continued existence of many species, such as the monarch and the swallowtail butterflies.… Continue Reading Exploring Wild Flowers
May is National Photography Month! Whether you're using a smartphone, a digital camera, or an old-school film camera, we've got some awesome photography tips and tricks to help you elevate your craft. You might have heard the phrase, “A picture is worth… Continue Reading Photography Tips and Tricks
Happy National Photography Month! As the sunny days of May roll in, it's the perfect time to step outside and participate in the excitement of National Photography Month! Whether you're a fan of being behind the lens or in front of… Continue Reading Happy National Photography Month
Are you an animal lover? Do you have a pet at home (or would you like to eventually have a pet)? May is a very important month for animals; it is National Be Kind to Animals Month. In addition, the first week… Continue Reading National Be Kind To Animals Month
Ever wanted to read a classic tale reimagined into a YA book? Check out these titles! Debating Darcy by Sayantani DasGupta A life-long speech competitor, Leela loves nothing more than crushing the competition, all… Continue Reading Contemporary YA books Inspired by Classics
Wondering how to get your first job, choose a bank account, understand different types of credit cards, or invest? Then check out some of these books to take control of your finances! Money Out Loud: All the… Continue Reading Personal Finance Books for Teens
World Autism Month, starting with Autism Acceptance Day on April 2nd is a day to center and uplift the voices and stories of people with autism and celebrate the differences and special abilities our friends with autism have and offer to the… Continue Reading For The Love of Differences: Appreciating and Understanding Our Friends with Autism
Earth Day is always on the same day every year, April 22nd. Earth Day is all about protecting the environment and figuring out what we can do to help. Every year, a unique theme addresses a topic of concern. This year, the… Continue Reading Earth Day: Planet vs Plastics
