Jack o’ lanterns are one of the main symbols of Halloween, and carving pumpkins is a Halloween tradition which stems from the Irish myth called The Legend of Stingy Jack. It’s no surprise that the first jack o lanterns hail from Ireland. After all, Halloween is a holiday that originated from Samhain, which made its …
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During the month of October, you’re likely to see lots of Halloween symbols. In the fall, stores, and homes are filled with these images. They are present in everything from the Halloween decorations we use to the food we eat, and even the cocktails we drink during this time of year. Though we see the symbols …
Looking for a way to celebrate spooky season? Try solving this free printable Halloween crossword puzzle! There are two versions of this free crossword puzzle. The easier version comes with a word bank, and a harder version doesn’t have one. This Halloween crossword printable has 22 words in it. Solve the clues, and write the answers …
Looking for a fun activity for Halloween? Try solving this free printable Halloween scavenger hunt! This scavenger hunt features twelve different items you will find during the holiday season. Each of the objects in this free printable for Halloween has a picture of the item, with its name underneath. This printable scavenger hunt features seasonal …
As the temperatures begin to drop in October, it’s the perfect time to start gathering indoor activities for the kids. Make sure to add these jack o lantern coloring pages to your list! These jack o lantern coloring sheets are part of our collection of free printables. We have been sharing lots of printables this …
There are countless retail Halloween costumes that you can purchase for your adult Halloween party, but why not make your own DIY Halloween costumes instead? With a few supplies and a bit of creativity, you can come up with something that no one else at the party will likely be wearing. Maybe you’re looking for …
As we draw closer to Halloween you’re probably going to hear the term Samhain often. Let’s do a deep dive on what it is, and which Samhain traditions are still practiced today. Halloween isn’t all about carving pumpkins, parties, making DIY costumes, mixing spooky cocktails and taking your kids trick-or-treating for candy. In fact, historically …
Kick off autumn with our free fall word scramble printable. It’s one of the many things to look forward to this season, along with Halloween and Thanksgiving! This autumn word scramble features 18 words about the season, that are waiting to be unscrambled. This fall word scramble puzzle is moderately difficult, so it’s challenging enough for …
Caramel apples are the perfect treat for fall. Try one of these creative caramel apple toppings to take this dessert to the next level! If you’re looking for the perfect dessert to serve at a Halloween party or a Thanksgiving dinner look no further than the caramel apple. These treats are a special symbol of …
These fall and Halloween wreath ideas will capture the spirit of the season in a spooky and fun way. From burlap wreaths covered with bats to a colorful Halloween mesh wreath made with a black kitty cat center, there’s an idea everyone will love! The days are getting cooler and the leaves are falling. I …
Two of my favorite treats are haystack cookies and Halloween candy pumpkins. These cute pumpkin haystack cookies combine both treats into one delicious recipe that will be the star of your Halloween party table. My mom used to make these for us when we were children and it’s always a recipe that is nostalgic for …
This list of October food holidays gives us so many recipes to share. From National Homemade Cookies Day on October 1 to National Caramel Apple Day on October 31, every day of the month has at least one food or drink associated with it. This makes the month very easy to honor with food. National …
These Halloween dirt cups are a fun and easy dessert made with chocolate pudding, crushed Oreo cookies, and candy garnishes. This dessert recipe is the perfect way to let the kids join in with making holiday treats. Since there is no baking or heating necessary, and the decorating is easy, and even the youngest kids …
Are you a fan of chocolate milk? If so, you’ll be delighted to know that there’s a day called National Chocolate Milk Day dedicated to celebrating this delicious chocolate beverage. Did you have chocolate milk as kid? If so, be like a child again and pour yourself a glass of chocolate milk while learning about …
Are you a chocolate milk lover? If so, you’ll might be interested to know who invented chocolate milk, and where it was invented. Chocolate milk is a popular childhood drink. When you were a kid, did you ever find yourself wondering how chocolate milk came to be? Believe it or not, there is controversy as …
Hooray, National Hot Cross Bun Day is here! This pastry themed September food day gives us a great excuse to do some baking to honor this tasty treat. If you’d like to try making them yourself, keep reading for a homemade hot cross buns recipe. The secret ingredient is rum-soaked raisins! While this national day …
Breakfast will be a delight in your house with these banana pumpkin pancakes. They are super tasty and perfect for the season. Autumn arrives in September and so does pumpkin season! These pancakes are a great way to usher in fall, and can also be made around Thanksgiving, and Halloween too. Let’s embrace the pumpkin …
If you’ve ever wondered “what national month is September?”, then you’ll love the list of September awareness months and September national months below. Just like the national days of September, these monthly observances cover a wide range of topics. Some of the September awareness months are dedicated to physical and mental health topics, while other …
It’s time to celebrate National Gossip Day. This national days is one dedicated to gossip – more specifically preventing gossip! National Gossip Day occurs every year on August 6th, making it one of the many August national days. Keep reading to learn what gossip is, and why we should observe this national day. This post …
Did you know St. Patrick’s Day isn’t the only day of the year dedicated to leprechauns? In addition to this holiday, there’s also a National Leprechaun Day falls annually on May 13. It’s logical to assume that St. Patrick’s Day is the only day of the year dedicated to leprechauns because leprechauns are one of …
April 30 is celebrated annually each year as National Mr. Potato Head Day. Join us for some fun facts about the history of this fun day that is dear to the young at heart, as well as those wanting to be more like a kid again. April is a month full of national days devoted …
April 26 is celebrated National Pretzel Day. In honor of this fun national day, we have put together a collection of over 20 delicious pretzel recipes. Pretzels are great on their own and can also be used in so many recipes to add a salty crunch to them. Some of these recipes are great …
If you have an interest in mythical creatures, you’ll be delighted to learn that April 9 is celebrated as National Unicorn Day. Embracing this national day and celebrating it will make you feel like a kid again, full of wonder and awe! These magical creatures are often mentioned with the same curiosity and delight as …
Even though St. Patrick’s Day has passed, we aren’t quite done chasing rainbows just yet. National Find a Rainbow Day is right around the corner! There’s something magical about rainbows that has the ability to make us feel like a child again, full of wonder and curiosity. It’s no surprise that a phenomenon so awe-inspiring …
If you love chocolate, you’ll be excited to know there are many chocolate holidays during the year. Every month of the year has several national days dedicated to different types of chocolate. National days of the year are a fun way to celebrate foods, animals and items that you come into contact with. Be sure …
Calling all animal lovers. Today is the day for those who have pets. Not only is March 23 National Puppy Day, but is also Cuddly Kitten Day, as well! No one can disagree that cuddling up to a precious little kitten is a stress reliever, and today is the day to indulge to your hearts …