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    A Prayer For Children by Ina Hughs We pray for the children who sneak Popsicles before supper, who erase holes in math workbooks, who can never find their shoes. And we pray for those who stare at photographers from behind … [continue reading]

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    Free publications and posters from Washington State Potato Commission. Includes teacher kit, recipes and illustrated chart of Washington fresh potato varieties, descriptions and best uses.

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    Auntie Mae has always been generous with her coupons — and I’ve always appreciated it. After we moved, most of our things went into storage, including my coupon box (a handmade original from my mother — I’ll post photos once … [continue reading]

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    With the passing of Former President Gerald Ford, the only Michiganian to ever become president, you might be interested in a publication that gives kids some information about the life of this leader. Go to the Michigan History magazine website… [continue reading]

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    A Statehood Day Celebration. Celebrate the 171st anniversary of Michigan’s entry into the Union at the Michigan Historical Museum in downtown Lansing, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, January 26, 2008. This year’s celebration is titled “Proud of the … [continue reading]

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    Marbled Paper Craft

    Learn how to make Marbled Paper using just: shaving cream, tempera paints, paper plates (or trays for larger prints), brushes, combs, paper (cut to size needed), cardboard, sponges for clean-up. Once done, you can use the paper in sketchbooks, bookmaking, … [continue reading]

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