Writing by Gia Miller and Serena Norr Artwork by Justin Negard Scoop It, Roll It, Bake It Don’t let the grownups have all the kitchen fun. Wash your hands, grab an apron and get to work! Depending on your age and skill level, you might be able to make these by yourself. And once you’re done rolling and making, don’t ...

Writing by Sarah J. Cutler, VMD Artwork by Justin Negard It’s fun to shop for your pets, but sometimes the best gifts can be what you do for your pet. Making your own gifts or giving your pet the gift of your time are great ways to celebrate the holidays with them. Create gifts that help them explore Treasure hunts ...

Writing by Gia Miller Artwork by Justin Negard Thanksgiving is a holiday unique to the U.S. and Christmas is an official public holiday in over 160 countries around the world. But they are not the only holidays celebrated during November and December. From celebrating good winning over evil to getting boxes of money, here are five other celebrations during this ...

Writing by Emma Richman Photography by Jennie Carr Meet Clara Barnickel who just started kindergarten at Bedford Hills Elementary. While running around in her rainbow boots and digging for gems in her mining kit, she paused every so often to show us a little sass and answer some of our burning questions. What do you like to do with your ...

By Cameron bly    Photography by Justin Negard Meet Liev, a nine-year-old boy who is a rising fourth grader at Pequenakonck Elementary School. Besides playing with his dog, he likes to build Lego sets and solve a variety of cubes and puzzles. While Liev was supposed to be the star of the show, his older sister Charlotte, a rising sixth grader, ...

By Gia Miller Photography by Justin Negard When she was nine years old, Mount Kisco resident Amoolya Menon, now a rising sophomore at Fox Lane High School, competed in her first table tennis U.S. Open. Menon was up 2-1 in the quarterfinals, despite the fact she had only begun competing about one year prior; this was her first major tournament ...

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By Max Chwatko Photography by Justin Negard Imagine walking down a busy city street, the hurried pace of life engulfs you as you navigate through throngs of people. Amidst the loud noises and bustling crowds of people, you catch a glimpse of a homeless person, their shabby shoes a stark reminder of their plight. Would you be indifferent to the ...

Writing by Robin Goetz Artwork by Justin Negard Fourteen-year-old Max Lazarowitz stands on the river’s edge, skipping stones. One after another, the smooth rocks gently ripple through the calm waters of the Ossining waterfront, the portrait of an idyllic childhood. And he’s determined to keep it that way. “The waterfront has always been my playground,” says Lazarowitz, a freshman at ...