While you might not think much about the history of pretzels before consuming them, they have a story worth being told. Not only are pretzels a symbol of several holidays, but they also hold religious meaning. Even though you can find pretzels year round, you’ll see them with even more frequency during Lent and Easter. …
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There are so many ways to celebrate Easter, from baking traditional Easter breads, to hunting for Easter eggs. Add this free Easter crossword puzzle to your festivities this year! There are two versions of this free printable crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This crossword …
Download a free Easter word scramble printable. It’s a fun indoor activity that you can share with your family and friends. There are sixteen words hidden in the free scramble that relate to foods, animals, plants, traditions and decorations that are symbolic of the Easter holiday. All of the words are listed in the word …
As Easter approaches, it’s the perfect time to get this free Easter word search printable. It has 16 words hidden within it, waiting to be found! There are words you encounter every Easter in this seek and find like Easter baskets, and Easter eggs. There are also words hidden within with a religious meanings like hot …
The Chinese New Year is one of the most important holidays in Chinese culture. During this time, you will see Chinese New Year symbols in everything from the decorations displayed to the lucky foods eaten during this time. Also called the Spring Festival, this celebration welcomes in the new year. The symbols of Chinese New …
The Year of the Dragon personality traits are characteristics that are common for those born under the sign of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac calendar. Are you courageous, charismatic and quick to temper? If so, you may be a Chinese dragon! Have you heard of the 12 Chinese zodiac signs of animals? If so, …
With Halloween around the corner, it’s time to go over some black cat mythology. Let’s dive in to the Scottish folklore surrounding the cat sith, to understand why these shadowy felines are symbols of Halloween. The cat sìth (also spelled cait sìdhe) is described as a large black cat with a white patch on its …
The Year of the Rabbit traits are characteristics that are common for those born under the sign of the Rabbit in the Chinese zodiac calendar. Are you gentle, elegant and skillful? If so, you may have Rabbit zodiac traits! The Year of the Rabbit happens once every 12 years. It plays a part in the …
Halloween is not just the time for kids to have fun! Check out these easy 70+ adult Halloween party ideas for food, games and decorations to make sure you have a treat of a party. If you like entertaining, you’re in luck! This post has tips to make your next Halloween party the most memorable …
With spring approaching, it’s almost time for White House Easter Egg Roll Day. Get ready to roll those Easter eggs! White House Easter Egg Roll Day is a national day that occurs on the Monday after Easter on the South Lawn of the White House. Since the date of Easter changes every year, the date of …
Celebrating Easter wouldn’t be the same without the appearance of freshly baked Easter breads. For many, it’s a non-negotiable part of the holiday festivities. Though holiday traditions vary regionally, one thing everyone can agree on is serving their own traditional Easter bread for the holiday. Easter breads are symbols of Easter. They join the other …
If you’ve ever had hot cross buns, you know how delicious they are. However, do you know the history of hot cross buns at Easter, and the meaning and symbolism they hold for the holiday? When you think of Easter, images of hot cross buns, the Easter bunny, Easter eggs, Easter lilies and pastel colors …
With spring drawing closer, and flowers beginning to bloom, its the perfect time to review the Easter lily meaning and symbolism. Easter is one of the most important feast days in the Christian calendar. There are many symbols associated with Easter that have religious meanings, including Easter lilies! There are two floral Easter symbols: Easter …
With Easter right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to review the legend of the dogwood tree. Though it may not be as obvious as the Easter bunny or Easter egg hunts, the dogwood tree is one of the symbols of Easter. Even though Easter is at the beginning of spring, when many flowers …
December 18 is one of this month’s food holidays and is celebrated each year as Bake Cookies Day. We’ll be honoring the day with some tasty cookies using the colors of Christmas red and green gumdrops. The best thing about Bake Cookies Day is that it’s a great excuse to eat cookies. Any excuse to …
It’s time to celebrate Santa’s List Day! As the weather is getting cooler and Christmas is getting closer, Santa is writing a list and deciding who is naughty and who is nice. He writes his list on December 4, and there is no better time than the present to learn more about this special day! …
As Christmas is quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to talk about poinsettias. Let’s celebrate this beautiful plant by learning facts about poinsettias, and discovering more about the history, origin and symbolism and meaning of the poinsettia. During this time of the year, poinsettias are all around! They’re featured on Christmas cards, painted on ornaments, …
Are you a cat lover? You’re in luck, below we’ve compiled some of the best cat pumpkin carvings to inspire your next pumpkin carving or to decorate for your Halloween party. Whether you want to make a realistic looking cat, a cuddly kitten pumpkin, or a cat jack o lantern, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading …
As we enter the Halloween season, you’re going to notice pumpkins are everywhere! Check out the interesting facts about pumpkins below to learn more about this symbol of Halloween. Pumpkins are so popular, they have not just one, but several national days of the year dedicated to them! In addition to learning some fun pumpkin …
When you think of Halloween, you probably think about Halloween parties, pumpkin carving and fun costumes. Let’s dive a little deeper and learn more about the meanings behind Halloween spirituality. I love all of the fun things that come with how we celebrate this holiday, but I was curious to find out more about the …
Easter quotes are a fun way to get in the mood for the upcoming family holiday. They can be used to make your own cards, to share with your friend, or to use as part of craft projects. You can even print them out and frame them for some quick and easy Easter decor. Quotes …
Even though New Year’s Day is behind us now, Chinese New Year traditions and celebrations are still to come. From special food, to firecrackers and couplets, this special day in the Chinese calendar is full of wonderful activities. Chinese New Year is associated with many traditions, myths and customs. Read on to find out more …
The Chinese zodiac features 12 animal signs which happen in order over a 12 year period. These Chinese zodiac signs date back more than 2000 years. They are commonly featured in Chinese New Year traditions and celebrations. These zodiac animal signs are also one of the symbols of Chinese New Year. These zodiac signs play …
Year of the Ox traits are characteristics that are common for those born under the sign on the ox in the zodiac calendar. Are you reliable, conscientious and strong? If so, you may be an ox! The Year of the Ox happens once every 12 years. It played a part in the Chinese New Year …
Looking for something to help your kids calm down and relax when they are cooped up indoors because of the cold weather outside? Try this winter snowflake calm down jar. The third Sunday in January is celebrated each year as World Snow Day. It’s a time for making snowman cake pops, for crafting snowman figures, …
Imagine how cute this Christmas tree would be in a nursery or child’s playroom? The alphabet block Christmas tree uses child’s toys, wooden blocks and some small holiday craft supplies. December 8 is celebrated each year as National Christmas Tree Day. We’ll be celebrating the day today with a unique and very special Christmas tree …