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5 fun, tried-and-true things you should absolutely do with your kids this holiday season
Read full article: 5 fun, tried-and-true things you should absolutely do with your kids this holiday seasonAs an adult, by my late 20s, I started to feel a little bit โmehโ about Christmas. Sure, it was a nice time of year, and I enjoyed seeing my family when I could, but I didnโt really understand the appeal of decorating, baking or most holiday-themed events. All of that changed, however, once I got into my 30s and had kids.
11 interesting fast facts about hurricanes
Read full article: 11 interesting fast facts about hurricanesHurricanes are a strong force of nature. Many have seen the toll they can take on people, homes and land, but there are a few things you may not know about the storms, and theyโre pretty intriguing.
Whatโs that thing orbiting the Earth in 90 minutes? A guide to what the International Space Station is, does
Read full article: Whatโs that thing orbiting the Earth in 90 minutes? A guide to what the International Space Station is, doesThis year, the International Space Station celebrated 20 years of having a continuous human presence on it. But what exactly is the International Space Station and what does it do? Over a 13-year period from 1998-2011, different modules were launched into space and attached to each other in orbit by astronauts. That mission was successful to create an initial base, and in subsequent years, other modules were launched into orbit and connected. The ISS is aging -- and if itโs not eventually destroyed or taken down by humans, space obstacles might arise, according to space.com.
What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers
Read full article: What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbersORLANDO, Fla. โ Walt Disney World is set to once again open its gates to the Magic Kingdom following a lengthy closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. But with most families staying inside and not traveling, how crowded will the theme parks really be when they reopen? Park Capacity Capacity at 25% Magic Kingdom 57,000 people 14,250 people Epcot 34,093 people 8,523 people Hollywood Studios 30,843 people 7,710 people Animal Kingdom 37,671 people 9,417 peopleA park at 25% capacity would mean very minimal wait times. As we can all imagine, visiting a Disney theme park when it reopens will be a new experience for all -- no matter how many times youโve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disneyโs Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disneyโs Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.
Hereโs everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney Worldโs phased reopening
Read full article: Hereโs everything you should know before heading to Walt Disney Worldโs phased reopeningAccording to Disney, buses and monorails will implement a combination of physical distancing and physical barriers to provide separation between guest parties. Ground markings will help promote proper physical distancing in attraction queues at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla. (Matt Stroshane, photographer)In order to provide appropriate social distancing, Walt Disney World is only allowing a limited number of guests to visit each theme park per day. โGround markings will help promote proper physical distancing throughout the parks, including attraction queues,โ Disney said. Guests at Walt Disney World Resort theme parks in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., are encouraged to use cashless payment options whenever possible when making purchases as the parks begin their phased reopening July 11, 2020.
Feeling like you should put together a disaster plan for the family? 3 unique methods you never considered -- until now
Read full article: Feeling like you should put together a disaster plan for the family? 3 unique methods you never considered -- until nowYou donโt have to be a devoted prepper -- you know, those people who stockpile food and supplies for doomsday scenarios? -- to get your family ready to face potential emergency situations.
This virtual camp includes 1,200 videos and experiences -- and theyโre all free
Read full article: This virtual camp includes 1,200 videos and experiences -- and theyโre all freeSummer camp might not be an option this year, but YouTube has created a free #CampYouTube, so as to re-create common camp experiences through YouTube videos. These include arts and crafts, sports, writing workshops, photography tutorials, mental health exercises, exploring the outdoors and SO much more โ seriously, there are about 1,200 videos in total. Any interest in learning how to make a ping pong ball float? Plus, YouTube uses resources for its videos from partners like the BBC, Imagination Library, Code.org, Breakthrough Junior Challenge, Google Arts and Culture, National Geographic Society, Sesame Street and others. โThese resources are not meant to replace homework assigned by teachers, but meant to complement that work,โ YouTube states on its camp website.
How to watch the historic astronaut launch with your children: Thereโs an invaluable lesson here
Read full article: How to watch the historic astronaut launch with your children: Thereโs an invaluable lesson hereIf it goes off as planned, this will mark the first mission involving astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011. Still, NASA astronaut Bob Behnken has said he and Doug Hurley are โreally comfortableโ with the risks. So youโre making educated guesses, at best.โIt seems thereโs just more uncharted territory when it comes to space travel. โThe first astronauts really started out as test pilots,โ Garfinkle said. But assuming this launch goes well, โIt would be great for kids to see a successful, triumphant moment of science,โ Fink said.
Pixarโs YouTube channel shares cooking tutorials inspired by its movies
Read full article: Pixarโs YouTube channel shares cooking tutorials inspired by its moviesโCooking With Pixarโ is a new series featured on the Pixar YouTube channel. Each video shows a step-by-step process for making easy recipes that kids of all ages can help out with. Cook alongside Forkey from โToy Story 4โ as you create a Pizza Planet pepperoni pizza with bell pepper rings. Itโs important to note that Pixarโs cooking videos donโt include ingredient portions or measurements. So, if you arenโt comfortable cooking that way, it might be a good idea to keep a similar recipe handy to compare.
All your favorite childrenโs books, reimagined for the age of COVID
Read full article: All your favorite childrenโs books, reimagined for the age of COVIDA mother of two mindlessly picked up a paintbrush in late March, and started painting the cover of one of the books she had read to her children earlier in the day -- and said she incorporated some โcartoonifiedโ coronavirus themes, to try to make the situation less scary.
What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideas
Read full article: What to watch on Netflix with your kids: 7 fresh ideasWe asked around for some of the best parent-endorsed picks when it comes to Netflix offerings. So, not only are you providing good entertainment for your kids, but youโre instilling a love of classic rock, as well. Although this one isnโt new or new to Netflix, we were surprised just how many parents hadnโt seen this one yet. "Masha and the Bear""My kids think this is the funniest show ever," one father of three said. Iโm not suggesting you plop your kids down in front of a screen all day -- or even every day.