Christmas

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas. Throughout the world he became the folk hero all children dream abou...

Totem Poles are made by the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest. Carved from giant trees, each is a beautiful piece of artwork and tells a st...

With its balance of sweet and tart flavors, the Margarita is a popular cocktail. Its origins remain a mystery shrouded in many legends. Most involv...

Long ago, when toys were scarce and neighbors could be miles away, children looked forward to snowfalls with great anticipation. This wonderful gif...

Avocado toast is a perfect morning meal composed of a slice of warm crunchy toast topped with creamy avocado. It's a food trend that is here to sta...

Ring! Ring! Smartphones have changed our lives, culture and connectivity. While phones and technology come and go, one thing is certain to never ch...

The origins of beer date back as far as 10,000, B.C. and virtually every culture throughout history has produced it. Ancient beer had much more nut...

Snowman wants to keep you and his friends safe this Christmas, so he is wearing a mask. You may not see a smile behind the mask but the twinkle in ...

There is no place like home, unless you are a gardener. Then, there is no place like your greenhouse! Filled with warmth, new life and the hope of ...

Cottages represent the heritage and culture of the glassblowers. They frequently created images that reflected their day to day lives. Ornaments we...

One of the most dearly loved animals is the Teddy Bear, who has provided years of comfort and steadfast companionship to many a young owner. From t...

Knitted by hand and made with love. For centuries, people have knitted yarn to create functional and stylish pieces of clothing and accessories. As...

Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree, they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allow...

Long ago when parents decorated the Christmas tree, they hung the pickle ornament last, hiding it in the green boughs. When the children were allow...

This big blue marble is home to 7.6 billion humans and even more types of animal species. As the third planet from the sun, we have an atmosphere t...

Known by many names, such as Straw and Ghost, this nocturnal hunter consumes about 4 rodents a night. They mate for life, and have a distinct scree...

One of the most dearly loved animals is the Teddy Bear, who has provided years of comfort and steadfast companionship to many a young owner. From t...

"Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse!" declares Clement Moore's famous poem, "The Night Before Christmas." However, this little mouse has...

Video games have become a major source of entertainment over the last two decades. The games have evolved extraordinarily, as have the game control...

Getting behind the wheel of a car is a big responsibility and a huge right of passage in the American culture. After years of observing others driv...

In the Victorian era, infants were dressed in miniature versions of adult clothing. At their most relaxed, babies were dressed in white gowns. It w...

Macaroni noodles covered in delicious cheddar cheese; does a meal get any better than Mac & Cheese? People have enjoyed this comfort food dish ...

A dumbbell is a type of free weight used to build muscular strength and endurance. The term dumbbell comes to us from England in the 1700s when a p...

Santa wants to keep you and his friends at the North Pole safe this Christmas so he's wearing a mask. You may not see Santa s smile behind the mask...

Bears are symbols of strength and bravery, and none are more -fierce than a mother protecting her cubs. Most of the time, however, bears are gentle...

Happy birthday! This ornament signifies a coming of age tradition for families across North America. Sixteen is an especially important birthday fo...

If you've ever been on a cruise ship, you've probably heard staff saying Washy, washy or no yummy, yummy! as they squirt sanitizer in your hands. H...

A walk through the countryside or a treacherous climb over a mountain, hiking is a great way to get outside and exercise. Hiking is a popular outdo...

Bees are very industrious, and they must work together to produce honey that insures the hive's survival. Teams of bees build honeycombs, collect n...

According to legend the rooster has crowed only once at midnight - when it announced the birth of the Baby Jesus. For this reason, Spanish and Lati...

Cruiser bikes, also known as beach cruisers, are popular with casual bicyclists and vacationers because they are stable and easy to ride. The bikes...

Evolving from an egg and ultimately emerging from a chrysalis as a butterfly, the Caterpillar is the middle stage of metamorphosis. Caterpillars re...

Delicious juicy, crunchy carrots of every color. Rainbow carrots might sound like the creation of a preschooler coloring, but these vegetables are ...

This beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally...

The Monarch Butterfly is the best-known butterfly in North America. These gentle and spectacular creatures are known for their long annual migratio...

One of the most dearly loved animals is the Teddy Bear, who has provided years of comfort and steadfast companionship to many a young owner. From t...

Dogs selflessly give humans their unconditional love and loyalty. Throughout history, dogs have been faithful friends and workmates, even giving th...

Wolves are featured in the legends of many countries. In European fairy tales, wolves are often portrayed as cunning and evil. But in other culture...

Quarter horses are a common horse breed in America. Exceptionally versatile, they are easy to train and are adopted as pets, compete in rodeo event...

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure of St. Nicholas and 19th century American children s poems. Santa Claus is the jolly ...

The legend of Santa Claus is derived from the European figure St. Nicholas and American writers who wrote children's poems in the 19th century. San...

Vroom Vroom! Santa has traded in his sleigh for a motorcycle. With his gift bag on the back of his bike, he ll deliver presents to only the coolest...

Acorns have long been considered good luck symbols. They also represent the rebirth of life, which is where we get the old saying: From little acor...

Rabbits are very shy and frail animals. Having no natural means of protecting itself, the rabbit is therefore dependent on the kindness of man and ...

A cone-shaped temaki sushi, is a family favorite, made from a rolled cone of seaweed that is wrapped around rice and fillings. A platter is present...

As the snow falls and creates a soft hush across the land, listen for the laughter of children ringing bells and building snowmen. It is these mome...

Originally intended to cover a nurse's hair for hygienic purposes, the Nurse's Cap became an object of pride for nursing students. Receiving a cap ...

Made from the inner layer of cow and horse hides, rawhide bones are a dog s favorite treat. They deserve it! Dogs selflessly and unconditionally gi...