Disney+ just debuted the trailer for the new film, Safety, inspired by the empowering true story of former Clemson University football safety Ray McElrathbey, a young man facing a series of challenging circumstances, whose dedication and persistence help him to triumph over repeated adversities.
Aided by his teammates and the Clemson community, he succeeds on the field while simultaneously raising and caring for his 11-year-old brother Fahmarr. Safety will debut exclusively on the streaming service on Friday, Dec. 11, 2020.
The film stars Jay Reeves (All American, The Tax Collector) as Ray and newcomer Thaddeus J. Mixson as Fahmarr along with Corinne Foxx, Matthew Glave, Hunter Sansone, Amanda Warren, Miles Burris, Isaac Bell, Elijah Bell and James Badge Dale. It is directed by Reginald Hudlin (Marshall) and produced by Mark Ciardi, p.g.a. (Secretariat, Miracle) and Gordon Gray (Million Dollar Arm, The Rookie) with a screenplay written by Nick Santora (The Most Dangerous Game, The Fugitive). Douglas S. Jones and Campbell McIinnis served as executive producers.
Hudlin said, Safety is a movie about brotherhood and coming together for the greater good, which is a message our society needs right now. It’s the story of a young man stuck in a situation where failure is not an option. Through sheer force of will, he does the impossible, which inspires the whole community around him to do the same. It’s a movie I can’t wait to watch with my family on Disney+ on December 11th, and for families everywhere to do the same.”
Ciardi added, “For over a decade, I’ve dreamed of bringing Ray’s incredible story to the screen, and now that it’s ready, I’m thrilled that Disney+ is making it available for families to enjoy together during the holidays.”
The Safety original soundtrack features score by critically acclaimed Grammy®-winning jazz musician/producer and composer Marcus Miller (Marshall), plus the original song “Hold Us Together” performed by Grammy®-winning singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist H.E.R., which she wrote and produced in collaboration with Josiah Bassey and Dernst “D’Mile” Emile II. The Walt Disney Records soundtrack will be available digitally on Dec.11.
Last week Disney+ announced beginning Dec. 25, Disney and Pixar’s feature film Soul would be available exclusively on the streaming service. The new animated film introduces Joe Gardner, a middle-school band teacher with a serious passion for jazz music. The story is particularly relatable to the artists behind it.
Jamie Foxx, who lends his voice to Joe, said “Like Joe, I hear music in everything. When you’re a jazz artist, man, you talk a little different: ‘Hey, cat!’ I got a chance to go to a few jazz fests and meet Herbie Hancock, Chick Correa—hang out with those guys. They have a way of talking, a way of dressing—everything funnels toward their music, toward the jazz.”
Director Pete Docter, who shares Foxx’s love of music, conceived of the character before jazz entered the picture. “I’ve been so lucky to work with some incredible people and make movies that have been seen around the world,” he said. “But I realized that as wonderful as these projects are, there’s more to living than a singular passion—as expressive and fulfilling as that may be. Sometimes the small insignificant things are what it’s really about. This film is about broadening the idea of a singular focus to thinking more widely about what life has to offer and what we have to offer life.”
Likewise, co-director Kemp Powers, who initially joined the project as a writer, didn’t have to look far to find inspiration for Joe Gardner. “We’ve been working on Soul for years, but the film feels timelier now than we ever could have imagined back when we began,” said Powers. “In a year where everything we know has been turned upside down, we’ve all been forced to find new meaning both in the relationships we have and the small moments that truly make life worth living.”
In the film, Joe is on the brink of getting his big break playing for a jazz quartet. But he finds himself on an unexpected detour from the streets of New York City to The Great Before, tasked with helping new soul 22, voiced by Tina Fey, find her spark to earn her way to Earth. “He’s sure if he can share his life story with her—his passion for jazz—she’ll be inspired and they’ll both get to go to Earth,” said producer Dana Murray. “They do make it back to Earth, but that’s really the beginning of their adventure. It’s a funny and touching story of friendship and self-discovery, and we can’t wait to show it to the world.”
Five-time BAFTA winner Graham Norton (The Graham Norton Show) revealed last weekend that he lends his voice to spiritual sign twirler Moonwind. The voice cast also includes Rachel House (Hunt for the Wilderpeople, Thor: Ragnaraok) as the count-obsessed Terry, and Alice Braga (Elysium), Richard Ayoade (The Mandalorian), Wes Studi (Woke, The Last of the Mohicans), Fortune Feimster (Bless the Harts) and Zenobia Shroff (The Affair) as the voices of the Counselors. Comedian Donnell Rawlings voices Joe’s barber Dez, and June Squibb (Nebraska) provides the voice of Gerel. They join Foxx, Fey, Phylicia Rashad, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, Angela Bassett and Daveed Diggs.
Rated PG, Soul features jazz compositions & arrangements by globally renowned musician and GRAMMY nominee Jon Batiste, and an original score by Oscar-winners Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross (The Social Network).
There’s another reason to look forward to the holiday season. The Walt Disney Company announced that Soul, the all-new original feature from Pixar Animation Studios, will debut exclusively on Disney+ on Dec. 25, 2020. In international markets where Disney+ isn’t currently or soon to be available, Soul will be released theatrically, with dates to be announced.
“We are thrilled to share Pixar’s spectacular and moving Soul with audiences direct to Disney+ in December,” said Bob Chapek, Chief Executive Officer, The Walt Disney Company. “A new original Pixar film is always a special occasion, and this truly heartwarming and humorous story about human connection and finding one’s place in the world will be a treat for families to enjoy together this holiday season.”
Soul comes from visionary filmmaker Pete Docter, the Academy Award-winning director behind Inside Out and Up, and co-director/writer Kemp Powers, playwright and screenwriter of One Night in Miami. It stars the voice talents of Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Phylicia Rashad, Ahmir Questlove Thompson, Angela Bassett and Daveed Diggs and features original jazz music by globally renowned musician Jon Batiste and a score composed by Oscar winners Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross (The Social Network).
“The world can be an exhausting and frustrating place – but it’s also full of unexpected joys, even in seemingly mundane things,” said Docter, director of Soul and Chief Creative Officer of Pixar Animation Studios. “ Soul investigates what’s really important in our lives, a question we’re all asking these days. I hope it will bring some humor and fun to people at a time when everyone can surely use that.”
Previously scheduled for theatrical release on Nov. 20, 2020, Soul was named an official selection of the Cannes Film Festival earlier this year along with multiple upcoming festivals including the British Film Institute’s London Film Festival this Sunday.
If it doesn’t seem like summer without the annual festival visit, this list is for you! Many of the best summer festivals are going virtual this year so you can check out live music from Chicago, jazz from DC, art from Seattle and more. Many of them offer special programming for kids so you can inject a little culture into your summer routine. Find our favorite virtual summer festivals for families below!
Stern Grove is excited to present Best of the Fest, a series of video playlists featuring epic performances and footage from the archives, beautiful scenery of the Grove and special guests. Join host Liam Mayclem every Sunday and celebrate some of the greatest moments in the Grove! June 14-Aug. 16. Event details.
The DC JazzFest from home combines never-before-seen footage from years gone by with live-streamed shows taking place now. Enjoy a weekly jazz concert from the comfort of your own home while letting the kids get the wiggles out! Every Saturday in July. Event details.
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Starting in July, SummerStage Anywhere will highlight genres that were born in or deeply represent New York – Mondays: Contemporary Dance, Tuesdays: Global, Wednesdays: Indie Rock, Thursdays: Latin, Fridays: Hip Hop and Saturdays: Jazz. Every day they’ll be presenting exclusive digital arts content that you can watch from anywhere. Starting July 6. Event details.
The OC Virtual Fair
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The OC Virtual Fair is a fun way to engage with the OC Fair, even you can’t be there in person! It will include slices of the OC Fair that fans can enjoy from home and it will live on OC Fair social media channels and on ocfair.com. July 17-Aug. 16. Event details.
You can see two of the fan-favorite shows from the 2020 Oregon Shakespeare Festival lineup—The Copper Children (July 2–July 15) and A Midsummer Night’s Dream (July 9–July 22)—each at the low price of $15 for a 48-hour rental. Through July 22. Event details.
Do you miss seeing your favorite artists this summer? Enjoy this three-day virtual art festival event featuring handmade artwork from Northwest Artists. The online event will have live chat sessions, an opportunity to see artists’ studios and more of their beautiful work (with the option to buy). Don’t forget the kids' art activity video so families can make an art project at home. July 10-12. Event details.
Bastille Day Celebration
Join in NYC’s biggest Bastille Day celebration, a fabulous four-day virtual fête. FIAF’s 25th annual Bastille Day celebration goes online this year with LIVE virtual performances, film screenings, Rosé and Champagne tastings, cooking events, kids activities, dance parties, the popular prize drawing and much more! July 11-14. Event details.
Concerts from the Black Academy of Arts and Letters
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Spend a relaxed Sunday afternoon in the comfort of your home and enjoy a one hour virtual concert of rarely seen performers and performances from TBAAL's rich archival collection. Sundays through Aug. 16. Event details.
San Francisco Shakespeare Festival
This summer's free show is King Lear and you can enjoy it live from your own home for free. It will be available via youtube on Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 4 p.m. from July 18-Sept. 27. Event details.
As part of the Chamber Music Northwest's virtual summer festival, you'll find two shows that are perfect for families.
Family Concert: Carnival of the Animals—Enjoy an auditory parade of lions, elephants, kangaroos, and more in this fun, family-friendly performance with entertaining narration by pianist Orion Weiss. July 13-19. Event details.
Family Concert: Marita and Her Heart's Desire—Written specifically for young audiences new to chamber music, Bruce Adolphe’s Marita and Her Heart’s Desire tells the magical, mysterious, and funny story of a girl who believes the moon can grant her heart’s desire. July 20-26. Event details.
Lollapalooza is a staple of Chicago’s music festival scene. The fest will honor the beloved summer tradition by bringing Chicago, and the world, live music via a live stream. The weekend-long virtual event will include performances from around the city and archived, never-before-seen footage from Lollapalooza in Chicago and around the world. July 30-Aug. 2. Event details.
Dessert Goals Festival
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Traditionally hosted in New York & LA, the family-friendly digital event will bring people together nationwide to experience Dessert Goals in a whole new way. You'll get two days of exciting original content, both live and pre-recorded, available to stream for a week after the event including virtual panels, baking demos with celebrated chefs, a birthday celebration, an energizing morning workout class, family-friendly activities, a keynote speech, and much more. July 31-Aug. 1. Event details.
Enjoy three nights of at-home entertainment brought to you by the Chicago Blues Festival. July 31-Aug. 2. Event details.
Grant Park Music Festival Remixed
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While we may not be able to physically gather, the power of music knows no bounds. You can check out Festival Remixed, an exciting series of virtual events, including radio broadcasts, concerts, talks and master classes. Various dates through Aug. 14. Event details.
Don’t miss your shot! Disney+ has just given us a new exclusive look at Hamilton, the film of the original Broadway production.
During the 2020 ESPY’s airing on ESPN and ESPN2, Disney+ debuted the trailer for Hamilton which will premiere on the streaming service on Jul. 3.
The filmed version offers some of the best elements f live theater, film and streaming to bring this unforgettable performance to homes around the world. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, Hamilton has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater. This musical has had a profound impact on culture, politics and education.
Filmed at The Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in June of 2016, the film transports its audience into the world of the Broadway show in a uniquely intimate way. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and direction by Thomas Kail, “Hamilton” is inspired by the book “Alexander Hamilton” by Ron Chernow and produced by Thomas Kail, Lin-Manuel Miranda and Jeffrey Seller, with Sander Jacobs and Jill Furman serving as executive producers. Filming was produced by RadicalMedia. The 11-time-Tony Award-, GRAMMY Award-, Olivier Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning stage musical stars: Daveed Diggs as Marquis de Lafayette/Thomas Jefferson; Renée Elise Goldsberry as Angelica Schuyler; Jonathan Groff as King George; Christopher Jackson as George Washington; Jasmine Cephas Jones as Peggy Schuyler/Maria Reynolds; Lin-Manuel Miranda as Alexander Hamilton; Leslie Odom, Jr. as Aaron Burr; Okieriete Onaodowan as Hercules Mulligan/James Madison; Anthony Ramos as John Laurens/Philip Hamilton; and Phillipa Soo as Eliza Hamilton.
Looking for a way to celebrate and honor Pride Month with your young kid? From books with main characters who are LGBTQ or still figuring out their sexual orientations to stories of straight kids or teens with gay friends or parents, these books portray many aspects of the LGBTQ experience for kids as young as 3. Most of these books have been published within the last few years, a happy indication that more and more families are celebrating diversity in gender and sexual identity.
Heather Has Two Mommies
Authored by Leslea Newman, illustrated by Laura Cornell
25 years after its controversial debut, this updated version of a now-classic, Heather Has Two Mommies is the tale of little girl with same-sex parents comes across as a sweet, gentle message of inclusion and acceptance.
Recommended for ages 3 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Candlewick, 2017
Introducing Teddy: A Gentle Story About Gender and Friendship
Authored by Jessica Walton, illustrated by Dougal MacPherson
This sensitively written book about a transgender teddy bear is done with just the right hand to introduce the idea of gender identity and transition to very young kids, for whom less may be more.
Recommended for ages 3 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Bloomsbury Children’s Books, 2016
A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo
Authored by Jill Twiss, illustrated by EG Keller
A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo, presented by HBO's Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and written by LWT staffer Jill Twist, is a picture book that celebrates inclusiveness and democracy and embraces same-sex marriage. It was published to coincide with the release of a similarly titled book written by Vice President Mike Pence's daughter (featuring his real-life family pet rabbit, which is named Marlon Bundo), as a response to Pence's on-the-record positions on same-sex marriage and other LGBTQ issues.
Recommended for ages 4 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Chronicle Books, 2018
Harriet Gets Carried Away
Authored and illustrated by Jessie Sima
In one seamless story, this book introduces an exuberant multiracial girl who has two dads, sends her on a fantastic hot-air balloon journey with penguins, and throws her a rollicking rooftop party.
Recommended for ages 4 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2018
I Am Jazz
Authored by Jessica Herthel and Jazz Jennings, illustrated by Shelagh McNicholas
This autobiographical picture book about a transgender child chronicles the story of her life (so far); in her words, "I have a girl brain but a boy body." This is an excellent choice to jump-start a conversation about gender, identify, compassion, and honesty.
Recommended age: 4 and older Quality rating: 4 out of 5 Dial Books, 2014
Jacob's New Dress
Authored by Sarah Hoffman and Ian Hoffman, illustrated by Chris Case
This cheery book about a confident young boy who feels best when he's wearing a dress is a terrific way for parents to start a conversation with kids feeling their way through unfamiliar terrain.
Recommended for ages 4 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Albert Whitman & Co;, 2014
And Tango Makes Three
Authored by Justin Richardson, Peter Parnell, illustrated by Henry Cole
And Tango Makes Three is a powerful, gentle story of two male penguins who fall in love at the zoo and together nurture and parent another penguin couple's offspring from the time it's an egg.
Recommended for ages 4 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Little Simon, 2015
Worm Loves Worm
Authored by J.J. Austrian, illustrated by Mike Curato
Whether you read this as a smart take on same-sex marriage and changing gender norms or a celebration of free and kindred spirits, Worm Loves Wormis irresistible.
Recommended for ages 4 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Balzer + Bray, 2016
Home at Last
Authored by Vera B. Williams, illustrated by Chris Raschka
This sensitive portrait of a loving and recognizably human family in which school-age Lester is adopted by Daddy Albert and Daddy Rich has clear adoption and LGBTQ themes, but the feelings will be recognizable to any kid who's felt anxiety.
Recommended for ages 5 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Greenwillow Books, 2016
Recommended for ages 9 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Scholastic Press, 2015
Better Nate Than Ever
Authored by Tim Federle
Better Nate Than Everis a charming story of a boy who sneaks away from home and falls in love with New York City. Nate's a lovable hero for misfits and dreamers everywhere, and especially for young gay teens and kids who, like Nate, aren't ready to declare anything about their sexuality.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Simon & Schuster, 2013
Drama
Authored by Raina Telgemeier
Dramais a funny, affecting graphic novel about what it takes to put on a middle school musical. The engaging cast of diverse personalities includes a forthrightly gay male character and another exploring his own sexuality. The author treats the subject with sensitivity and discretion.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Graphix, 2012
The Hammer of Thor: Magnus Chase and the Gods of Asgard, Book 2
Authored by Rick Riordan
This second book to the Magnus Chase series features a gender-fluid character named Alex, who adds depth and diversity to the story nine-world hopping and giant killing.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Disney-Hyperion, 2016
Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World
Authored by Ashley Herring Blake
Ivy Aberdeen’s Letter to the World about a 12-year old’s first same-sex crush explores both LGBTQ themes and universally human themes of family, first love, and navigating life's unexpected challenges.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2018
Lily and Dunkin
Authored by Donna Gephart
Lily and Dunkinis a wonderfully written story about the start-and-stop friendship between an eighth-grader who is transgender and another who's struggling with mental illness.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Delacorte Press, 2016
Lumberjanes: Unicorn Power!
Authored by Mariko Tamaki, Illustrated by Brooke Allen
Lumberjanes: Unicorn Power! (yes, there are unicorns) ignores gender as a possible limitation and opens readers' imaginations to limitless possibilities. Tweens and young teens will get a lot of positive messages about ignoring gender stereotypes and the limitless possibilities out there for a girl who wants to discover them.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Amulet Books, 2018
My Mixed-Up Berry Blue Summer
Authored by Jennifer Gennari
My Mixed-Up Berry Blue Summer main theme is prejudice against same-sex marriage and gay people in general. The main character’s emotional growth is believable, and the resolution is satisfying.
Recommended for ages 10 and older Quality: 3 out of 5 Houghton Mifflin Children's Books, 2012
Addie on the Inside
Authored by James Howe
13-year-old Addie’s story is told completely in narrative poetry that poignantly captures the turmoil and confusion she faces about issues. She helps organize the Gay and Straight Alliance in support of her openly gay friends and dares to hold a Day of Silence even when it's nixed by the principal.
Recommended for ages 11 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Atheneum, 2011
Being Jazz: My Life as a (Transgender) Teen
Authored by Jazz Jennings
Transgender activist Jazz Jennings describes what it was like to know—even as a toddler—that she was a girl in a boy's body and how her family came to understanding, acceptance, and full, loving support. She holds little back in her frank, funny memoir—she shares soaring highs and humiliating lows, her ambition and depression, and her unique experience with puberty.
Recommended for ages 12 and older Quality: 4 out of 5 Crown Books for Young Readers, 2016
Two Boys Kissing
Authored by David Levithan
The omniscient spirits of gay ancestors narrate this story that looks at the lives of several gay teens during a few days leading up to and including two boys' attempt to break the world's record for the longest kiss. This is a beautifully written novel about some moving modern-day characters, and an eloquent comment on the current evolutionary stage of society's treatment of gay youth.
Recommended for ages 12 and older Quality: 5 out of 5 Knopf, 2013
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Maybe you’ve thought about learning a new language during this period of PAUSE. (No judgements if you’re more the binge Netflix type. We feel you.) But this could also be a fun time for your kid to learn a new language, too! We’ve found virtual bilingual singalongs and story times, as well as fun language classes from NYC businesses in Spanish, Mandarin, French and even Urdu! (Some are for new learners, others are for native speakers.) Some of these online language classes are free, others are as little as $5 to $10 a class.
Choose from Mandarin, Spanish or French with Bilingual Birdies. For as little as $15 a week (plus the cost of an adorable $35 "Mini Birdkit" to get your started) your child can take part in live, 30-minute sessions filled with singing, dancing, puppetry and learning. Payment gets you access to all classes, so theoretically, your kid could learn all three languages. Classes take place Tuesday through Friday at various times.
Longtime favorite of NYC families, Music Together in the City is offering Spanish immersion and Mandarin introduction classes.
In Canta y Baila Conmigo you and your child journey into Spanish language and its cultures through music. Sing, dance and play along to the sounds and rhythms of Spanish speaking countries.
Music Together with some Mandarin introduces your family to Mandarin through music. Trained Music Together teachers speak fluent Mandarin and incorporate the language into songs and activities. While not a language class or immersive, this is a great way to introduce or support Mandarin study in babies and children.
Bargain alert: Families can attend all 11 weekly classes (English, Spanish and Mandarin) for only $175 for the rest of the Spring semester, which ends in mid June.
The popular Toc Toc is online, teaching kids Spanish through games, songs, dancing and stories. Daily live stream classes are offered for kids ages two to five (Monday to Sunday at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.), and six to 12 (Monday to Sunday, 4 pm. for beginners, 5 p.m. for advanced.) The cost is $5. Want to set your own schedule for a private lesson? You can do that too!
BaoBao Singalong @home is Mandarin Seeds' in-person grownup and me classes adapted for an online environment. This Mandarin immersion music class for kids three and under is a fun introduction to the language for both children and grownups alike. (Yes, you can learn Mandarin too!) Classes are six days a week, and cost $10 each. You must register in advance for classes.
Join Smith Street Workshop for a singalong of original compositions en Francaise for kids six months to four years old. Kids explore rhymes, tonal and rhythm patterns. "All you need is your child and some kitchen utensils." Classes are drop in and cost $15.
And for older kids ages eight to 12 who know some French, there's Le Club des Jeunes Reporters, for budding journalists. Together, through a bilingual class, the group will create a magazine in French. Students will learn to write a news story, a review, an editorial and a column and see how they work together as a whole. Each participant will get a written and/or photo assignment that will be published, and the class will include discussions of current events and online debates. Cost is $200 for nine classes.
A frequent performer at Wave Hill, the Sugar Hill Storytelling Museum, New York Public Libraries and more, Flor Bromley is bringing her Spanish singing and storytelling talents online. Join her for bilingual fun on Mondays and Fridays at 11 a.m. Suggested donation is $5.
Join musician Sonia De Los Santos in her home for En Casa Con Sonia, a Latin American family music video series featuring her performing her own songs, as well as those of some her favorite artists. She' also shares the stories that inspire her music.
The Brooklyn Public Library holds story time for kids five and younger in several languages at various times throughout the week on its Facebook page. (The library also hosts lots of other classes and events for kids and adults.)
Despite your best intentions to cut down on waste, chances are scrap paper, old newspapers and magazines from 2014 you promised yourself you’d read one day inevitably end up in your recycling bin. Before sending your paper goods off to recycling heaven, check out the below ideas for upcycling your remnants into cool creations.
Skip the card aisle on your next Target run, and use up that pile of scrap paper instead! This easy idea is great for kids or adults, and simply involves cutting creative-shaped pieces of paper and pasting to a folded card. Need some inspo? We love this idea from Glitter on a Dime!
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Whether you use glue or a sewing machine, its simple to use those scrap paper pieces for DIY bunting. Cut into your desired shape, then string up. We love this heart-shaped idea from One Bunting Away.
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Those beautiful bits of scraps are perfect for a scrapbook! Help your little piece together the bitty bits to make a background or jazz up an otherwise boring page. This is a great on-going activity!
Never lose your place in your favorite read again armed with a handy homemade bookmark. Options for this easy upcycling project is to have your kids decorate or doodle on scrap paper or to cut up an old postcard into bookmark-worthy shapes.
If you have remnant construction paper or one-sided documents you no longer need, turn them into a notepad. All you need is scissors, a stapler and extra paper!
Show-off those smiling faces with a handmade frame. Opt to use colorful pieces of scrap paper or origami paper to make your frame really pop. For the step-by-step tutorial hop over to Make: for the scoop.
Roll your scrap paper into small crinkled balls and let your kids go wild painting them. The end result is a colorful, frame-worthy piece of art. Get the full instructions from Buggy and Buddy blog.
Frankford Candy and Kellogg’s have teamed up for what could be the most epic cereal-bunny collab of all time. If you’re looking to jazz up your Easter basket this year, you’ll want to hop over to Big Lots to grab the new Froot Loops White Chocolate Bunny!
The 2-ounce rabbit appears to be made from white chocolate, with bits of Froot Loops mixed in for the ultimate take on Easter sweets. The new treat joins a tasty lineup of more Froot Loops-inspired mixups, including the new Froot Loops Pop Tarts.
Currently, we’ve spotted the Easter treat at Big Lots, where you can stock up on a handful for just $1 each.
The countdown to Valentine’s Day is on and if you’ve found yourself empty handed, just head to Whole Foods Market. From now until Feb. 14, the grocer is offering some amazing deals for Prime members that you won’t want to miss.
From Feb. 7-14, Prime members can get two dozen, ethically sourced Whole Trade Guarantee roses for $19.99. If you happen to do a little extra shopping, you can snag free, two-hour shopping with a $35 purchase on Amazon.com!
photo: Whole Foods
If you want to jazz up your gift, Prime member also have access to some discounted sweet treats. Grab a six pack of chocolate dipped strawberries for $8.99, two Chocolove Chocolate Bars for $5 and a chocolate heart-shaped sweetheart cake for just $6.99 from the bakery.
