Holiday craft ideas offer hands-on lessons in different cultures

Singing “hello” with the help of puppet “Big Red,” Rolly Pollies art instructor Marcia Gutekanst kicked off the season with fun crafts, celebrating three distinctly different holidays.

“There’s so many different ways that people celebrate the holidays,” she told a group of children gathered around her on the carpet.

Photo tips for shooting Christmas lights.

Follow these handy tips for photographing a display of lights to ensure that your photos turn out the best that they can.

Tips for keeping kids safe during travel

Whether you’re traveling on the road or in the friendly skies, Alison Rhodes, also known as “The Safety Mom,” shares these tips for keeping your children safe in a plane, train, automobile or hotel room.

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