Prisms and Rainbows

I think every home should have a prism or two. Prisms break our normal white light into a band of rainbow colors known to scientists as the color spectrum or the visible spectrum. In plain language – they make rainbows. Older kids may be ready for a science lesson, but all kids will be fascinated by the rainbows they can create. We have four prisms. We have two inexpensive prisms that can be moved, or taken outside. We have two crystal prisms that hang from our kitchen window. The morning light makes rainbows on our kitchen walls, which never fails … Continue reading

Fresh Starts for 2007

Now that the year 2007 is here, why not consider it to be modivation for a fresh new start in your life? Regardless of where you are in your Christian walk–even if you have never even taken that first step, a new year is here and it’s an opportunity for change and growth. The number seven throughout the Bible seems to represent completion. While researching Bible passages that contained “seven” in them, I found well over 500! Here are only some of many examples: The seventh day (the Sabbath) was blessed and sanctified by God. (Genesis 2:3) Seven of every … Continue reading

Popsicle Catchers for Toddlers

Fun in the sun and around the 4th usually means lots of time outside and in the heat. Popsicles are great ways to hydrate and entertain your toddler all rolled into one. But your toddler is not going to be the most neat and chances are good the Popsicle may melt faster than they can consume it. Here’s a way to make a Popsicle catcher to minimize the mess and even increase the fun for the wee one! Materials Needed: Plastic lid like on a tube of Pringles Scissors or a knife Take the plastic lid and cut a small … Continue reading