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6 Ways to Deliciously Celebrate Lasagna Day

OK, this might be getting a wee bit out of hand. National Lasagna Day? Ok... we'll let it slide, mainly because we don't mind any excuse to eat lasagna. Mangia! Making the Perfect Lasagna by Chef Trevor Lasagna can be much, much better than the average Italian takeout! How? It is as simple as following the lasagna-making rules introduced in this cooking lesson! Cooking an Italian Feast by Pina Cucina A traditional Italian feast goes beyond lasagna. Pull out all the stops and learn to prepare delicious food for the whole family - tender meatballs, crispy eggplant fritters, sweet potato gnocchi, and more! Buon appetito! Italian-American Comfort Food Recipes by Rebecca Brand Recipes If you are an Italian-American food aficionado, then this course is for you! Follow along and learn to make satisfying Italian dishes. Zucchini Lasagna Recipe by TE culinary Check out this fantastic clean recipe for zucchini lasagna. Omit the ground turkey for a vegetarian main dish or side dish. Homemade Italian Recipes by How To Cook Great Food Italian food has a great amount of variation. In this course, learn how to cook traditional Italian dishes, like lasagna or risotto, as well as delicious variations like a pasta cream sauce with artichoke hearts and a baked ricotta and spinach stuffed cannelloni. How to Start Lasagna Gardening by GrowOrganic.com The word "lasagna" also means layering and can also be applied to your yard. Learn to make an easy and nutrient-rich garden bed without any digging. Maybe those tomatoes you grow will end up in your next lasagna!

Thai's Teaser #57: Numerical Nuttiness

Well, that last number sequence was a little cruel. I promise in this one, the numbers actually mean something. See? I'm not mean all the time :)

  3, 7, 13, 19, 29, 37, …

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Thai's Teaser #56: Next in Line

We've had five word puzzles in a row (well, two were rebuses but that's sort of word-y)! I miss my numbers, so we're getting right back to nerdy number land… Ahhhh, it's good to be home :)

What's the next number in this sequence?

  7, 8, 5, 5, 3, 4, …

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8 Ways to Screams for Ice Cream

Did you know today's National Vanilla Ice Cream Day? Well, there you go; now you learned something today. Go celebrate with a nice big bowl of... I don't know... tomato soup or something. Homemade Masala Chai Ice Cream by Vijaya Bites Are you a chai lover looking for a homemade ice cream recipe to knock your socks off? In this lesson, learn to make a flavorful masala chai ice cream! Homemade Apple Pie Recipe by Sweet Y Salado Apple pie is the ultimate ice cream companion. Learn how to make a pie crust and a delectable filling of Gala apples and homemade caramel sauce PB & J Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe by Darah's Decadent Desserts If you are young at heart, and have a sweet tooth, then this ice cream recipe is for you! In this lesson, learn to make PB & J Ice Cream Sandwiches! Peach Cobbler Recipe by Rebecca Brand Recipes The best peach cobbler is made from freshly picked, home-grown peaches and topped with a from-scratch cake batter. All perfect compliments to ice cream! Pumpkin Persimmon Pie by Cathlyn's Korean Kitchen Even with an Asian spin this delicious pumpkin pie with persimmons, chestnuts, and pine nuts makes a great base for ice cream! Strawberry & Cream Cheese Mini Pies by Basic N Delicious Indulge yourself with these delicous mini strawberry and cream cheese pies that you can make using a store-bought crust. Top with your choice of ice cream. Arabic Coffee Ice Cream Recipe by Feast in the Middle East Is there anything better than rich, coffee ice cream? You bet: homemade coffee ice cream prepared with Arabic coffee, and flavored with ground cardamom! Drawing an Ice Cream Sundae for Kids by Em Winn Got brain freeze? Then maybe drawing an ice cream sundae is more your thing. In this art lesson learn how to draw the perfect summer treat.

Thai's Teaser #55: More Broken Words

Go ahead and try avoiding the word puzzles I'm throwing at you... This one is continuation of last week's puzzle from Curious' summer scavenger hunt.

 

What letter(s) (the same set) can be added to the front of these words to make new words?

• _SIS
• _FISH

And again...

• _NEW
• _ILL
• _INKY
• _NOW

And again...

• _IN
• _AN
• _WING
• _UNDER

And one more time...

• _IN
• _TOES
• _STING

And what do you get when you put them together?

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6 Ways to Beat the Summer Heat

In the immortal words of renowned philosopher Nelly, "It's gettin' hot in herre so take" these lessons to beat the summer heat, or at least use it well. Myths and Tips on Keeping Your Cool This Summer by Science Friday Think caffeine dehydrates you? Or that you can't get too much water on a hot day? Douglas Casa, of the Korey Stringer Institute, sets the record straight. Swim Like an Olympian by Pro Tips4U Race through the water with world-class swimmers Mallory Weggemann and Rebecca Soni. Learn swim kicking, timing, and turning. Surfing 101 by Canggu Surf School Surf’s up, dude! This course runs through all an amateur surfer needs to know about beginning surfing: starting with the parts of a surfboard, surf break and tides, surfing position, and how to paddle. Learn how to catch and surf your first wave! Beginner Triathlon Training Course by Trainer Davey + TwoTri Jess Go from start line to victory in twelve short weeks with this sprint triathlon training course! You're gonna rock race day! Water Polo Tips by Shaquatics Discover swimming techniques essential for playing water polo. Learn how defense and pressure work, basic game rules, and how to identify referee calls. Who knows? Your love for water polo could bring you all the way to the Olympics! How to Make a Monokini Swimsuit by Damav425 It’s tough to find a swimsuit that fits perfectly. Forget trying on bathing suits - create a DIY trendy monokini, straight from your measurements!

Thai's Teaser #54: Broken Words

I do like me a good word puzzle. As part of the scavenger hunt that we ran a few weeks ago, I created this word puzzle because, apparently, I like torturing people. But I'm sure you guys can figure it out.

 

What letter(s) (the same set) can be added to the front of these words to make new words?

• _DIE
• _RAY

What letter(s) (the same set) can be added to the end of these words to make new words?

• HO_
• BELIE_
• WHERE_
• FORE_

And what do you get when you put them together?
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7 Summer Activities to Keep Kids Entertained & Learning Something New!

"Billy, turn off the TV and go do something! I'll give you a choice: you can learn a new skill at Curious.com, or you can clean the bathrooms." — A super awesome parent (like you!) DIY Robot on Wheels by Animaplates Make homemade toys with this DIY arts and crafts lesson from Animaplates! Put together a mobile robot with card stock, hot glue, and recycled items. Olaf Ice Cream & Creeper Pizza with Kids by Brainster Mom Learn how to create a Frozen Olaf ice cream treat and a Minecraft Creeper pepperoni pizza in this fun lesson in cooking with kids from Brainster Moms. DIY Decorated School Supplies by DIYsign Personalize your school supplies to fit your own style with four simple, inexpensive projects that take your binders and pencils from drab to fab. English Verbs and Short Phrases by Eric at ELF Learning Enjoy this fun lesson with your child while building their vocabulary! Learn 12 verbs and short phrases with illustrations that bring the words to life. Intro to Astronomy & Stargazing by Rod Miller Start stargazing tonight with this fascinating lesson in astronomy and the night sky, which includes the moon, stars, planets, meteor showers, and more. Funk Rhythm for Congas by Kalani Music Play that funky music! This lesson by Kalani shows you how to play an awesome funk or boogaloo conga rhythm that can be applied to other hand drums as well. Beginner's Guide to Camp Cooking by Sunset Seminars Let’s get back to basics! Sunset magazine walks you through the most essential campground cooking skills: using a camp stove, building a fire, and more.

Thai's Teaser #53: Another Art-hidden Artist

The summer "Game" continues! If you didn't catch last week's teaser, I told you that we put on a puzzle-filled scavenger hunt for the company a few weeks ago and I'm pulling out some of the clues for Thai's Teaser. Am I lazy? Definitely, but in this case, it means you get to see some of the cool stuff we did!

 

Our creative director Ron created another rebus that solves to a famous artist. Who is it?

 

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6 Tips for a Festive Fourth

If you're here in the US, Happy Independence Day! If you're not, we apologize for filling our inbox with so much red, white and blue. Even if you skip all the patriotic stuff, the smoked sausage lesson looks delicious! DIY 4th of July Cake Decoration by The Little Delights in Life Decorate your cake like a true American! This simple fondant and frosting tutorial shows you how to decorate an explosive Fourth of July cake. How to Make Fireworks Twinkle Lights by Craft Klatch Light up your garden and your 4th of July party! Learn to take a string of twinkle lights and add firework settings made from old plastic bottles. Making 4th of July Polymer Clay Cupcakes by Starshye Celebrate the 4th of July in style with an independence day-inspired charm. Learn how to make a polymer clay cupcake with the colors of the American flag! Smoked Jerk Sausage Recipe by Greedy Girl Cooks Only homemade sausage is 100% meat with no fillers, additives, or preservatives. This Fourth of July, serve sausage from scratch, smoked to perfection! DIY Duct Tape Fireworks Hair Clips by Duct Tape Stuff You can be frugal AND fashionable -- as long as you have duct tape! In this DIY lesson, learn make a fireworks-esque hair accessory, perfect for 4th of July. How to Crochet a Patriotic Circle Motif by Crochet Ever After In this lesson, learn how to crochet a round red, white, and blue motif that you can string up as a bunting or use as festive coasters for a picnic BBQ.