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Snowman Soup Free Printable!
We made Snowman Soup, a yummy recipe to give, and to receive. There are many versions of this recipe and poem available online but we have made it our own with some Valley Oak Family style creativity. We hope it warms your heart, and your tummy! Here we have tags we designed that you can … Continue reading
Gingerbread Reindeer Cookies
We have been so busy here at VOF that I have had little time to post anything holiday related to this blog. I really have to hold myself back this time of year and focus on the crafts and recipes I want to try the most. There is only so much time after all and … Continue reading
Season’s Greetings and Happy Holidays!
We have been very busy with work here at Valley Oak Family, with many creative projects going on. Please share your favorite holiday crafts, recipes, and traditions in the discussion area below. We would love to hear from you! Follow us on Facebook to receive fun holiday posts on crafts, recipes, and activities! And please, … Continue reading
You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch
You’re a Mean One Mr. Grinch - Sunday, December 11th 6:00PM
Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving is a time for family, for being grateful, and for building and reliving strong traditions. What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition? Do you have a favorite recipe, craft, or activity that you would like to share? Please post below in our discussion and comments section. We would love to hear from you! Here are … Continue reading
Pumpkin Patch Picks – in our Valley and Beyond
We have been toiling over the virtual online farm of pumpkins and bring to you our finest picks. Consider the pumpkin; the majestic squash that is synonymous with October, harvest time, and all things Autumn. The pumpkin is believed to have originated in North America; pumpkin seeds have been found in Mexico dating back to 5,500 … Continue reading
Memory Keeping and Cherishing Moments of the Past
“Don’t cry because it’s over, Smile because it happened.” (Dr. Seuss) Time with our families is a gift, especially the glimpses spent with our children. This is because they grow up so very quickly. One moment you are holding; a tiny little baby with rosebud lips and milky breath, then the tiny sticky hand of a curious toddler … Continue reading
School Gardens – Discover, Learn, Grow
School gardens are as old as schools themselves; however, their return might just be the key to a more rewarding modern education. Both the current economic crisis and recent public food-source scares have had a big hand in a renewed focus on agriculture and on where food comes from. Our kids are growing up in a society … Continue reading
Autumn Crafts for Children
Autumn is such a special time. The kids are back to school, leaves are changing color, the weather cools, apples and pumpkins are ready for picking, and the days shorten. We really enjoy crafts at this time of year, especially nature crafts. Pumpkins, apples, leaves, nuts, sticks, all sorts of materials abound this time of … Continue reading
What Should a Four-Year Old Know?
What Should a Four-Year Old Know? – A Magical Childhood /
