In this *Martin & Sylvia's Audio Advent Calendar* story,"The Warmth of Wool," what do Christmas Angels and sheep have in common? Find out today in Martin & Sylvia’s Advent adventure to the Brown’s farm!

Valentine's Day is almost here, Sparklers, and in accordance with your requests, we've made some very cute Valentine's Day cards for you to print out. Instead of candy or chocolate or disposable gifts, spread the love with an hour of FREE stories!

Learn how to make your own Indigo Dyed Napkins from the By Thistle By Thimble story, "Purple" with this tutorial.

You can use sponges to grow sprout inside as a quick, easy way to get fresh micro-greens with almost no space. Designing and building little sponge sprout houses for them is a fun way to get the kiddos involved and excited, too!

This week's craft is a super simple pillowcase. If you have an older child learning to sew, this would be a great starter project. For younger kids, you'll probably have to make it for them, but my kids really loved going to the fabric store and getting to choose their own patterns and prints.

We love clue-based fun, and have created many a scavenger hunt over our years as a family. Here is one of our very favorites, created on a Saturday morning and shared with friends.

What do you do with all the wonderful things you've collected while you were exploring? Why, put them in a shadow box!

For Father's Day, we've rounded up several recipes and crafts that the kids can plan in advance and either make with Dad or for him.

Mitzie Niegel, the mysterious mouse who lives on the Far Side of the Junkyard, tells a tale about the Warden from her unique perspective. It seems that the tiny mouse knows the Warden and his family much better than any of the Junkyard animals could have imagined! Download the printable coloring page here!

In this story, Mr. Flinch tells the Junkyard animals a story that he heard when he was a little joey — one that his mother told him every Christmas — and it shows the value of dedication and service to those who need it. Download the printable coloring page here!