New Giant mbgphoto would like you to take a look at Mentoring Children Through ePal Program Here’s why: This lens talks about a program called In2Books where adult mentors are matched up with student pen pals in grades 3-5.  It is a wonderful opportunity to make a difference in the life of a child. I first became involved in In2Books last school year when I ran across their site through the Volunteer Match program. In this program you read 5 books that the child has been reading thro... Read Full Story

KRW Vintage Mary Agnes Sweet Potatoes Crate Label by KRWOldWorld Browse more Krw Posters Roasted Sweet Potatoes Roasted Sweet Potatoes make the perfect Thanksgiving Day side dish.  They are easy to prepare and just about everyone that I know loves them. Visit Savory Roasted Sweet Potatoes to find the simple recipe and to read the heartwarming story behind the making of this winning entry in the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for charity).    The “chef” has chosen  Juvenile Diabete... Read Full Story

The Team of Squid Mentors is Growing. We now have three brand new mentors on board to help you succeed at Squidoo.com. Mysticmama is now our Support Sites Mentor. She’ll help you learn about  sites like SquidTop and SquidUtils, and Squidoo inspired blogging sites like Squid Top and Crabby’sBeach.   Read all about it at her mentor lens and don’t be shy about asking your support sites questions there! http://www.squidoo.com/supportsitesmentor Jewelsofawe is now our new Tools Mentor.... Read Full Story

Happy Thanksgiving by JustParties Design your own Custom postcards on zazzle Pumpkin Parfait Recipe Short on time?  This delicious pumpkin parfait recipe is an easy alternative to serving pumpkin pie for Thanksgiving.  It tastes just as pumpkiny and it’s sure to become a new family favorite.  The recipe was passed down to the author and is now being passed on to you. Parfait is an elegant looking dessert that will surely dress up your table and inspire compliments from your guests.  Tr... Read Full Story

GIVING THANKS by Cheries_Art Let’s Give Thanks to Those Who Have Helped Us At Squidoo I received a really very nice comment on my Giant Squid Mentor lens this morning and it inspired me to start the Not-Just-For-Giants -  Giving Thanks Project. Giving Thanks Project Rules Everyday, from now until Thanksgiving in the USA, visit one lensmaster (a different one each day) who has helped you at Squidoo in some way and leave a comment at one of their lenses thanking them. Do NOT create any... Read Full Story

Today we shine the Squidoo Spotlight on to 100 Club Member Mickie_G. 1.   Tell us about your experience as a RocketMom. I love being a RocketMom because Bonnie is such a wonderful taskmaster! Why? She comes up with super ideas that are easy to write about AND she does not flog you for being late submitting assignments. Also, there are many RM lensmasters who are very generous and share copiously. Alison Meacham and Paula Atwell have particularly influenced me.2.    On your bio you m... Read Full Story

Friendship Mugs. by teresahall2007 Create personalised mugs at zazzle Spiced Tea Recipe Today’s winner of the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for charity) is a delicious homemade spiced tea recipe. This spice tea recipe is easy to make from any instant tea and is perfect for sharing as an inexpensive, yet very welcome gift. (You’ll find full instructions for gifting this tea at the recipe page.) The recipe page shares the delicious recipe (including pictures that make it impossible... Read Full Story

New Giant Squid Ecolicious would like you to take a look at Ecolicious Wannabe. Here’s why: It explains my “green” journey, the ups and downs and the hope that comes with living a sustainable life. It also promotes my other green Squidoo lenses and my two blogs Gloria’s Green and OrganicTaste. I wouldn’t say I’m an expert at anything, but I have been called a jack-of-all-trades before. I try to learn and do a little bit of everything, but in the end I alw... Read Full Story

Ideas to Keep them busy while the Turkey is Cooking Two more winners of the Squidoo Thanksgiving Cookoff (for charity) feature great ideas to keep the family busy while the turkey is cooking. At Food Coloring Pages you’ll find links to fun Thanksgiving Food related coloring pages for the kids. (And any adults who love to color)  Print some of these up before the big day and have your own coloring contest or simply set them on the table with a box of crayons for the kiddies to find. A... Read Full Story

Fresh Pumpkin Pie Recipe Think it’s hard to bake a fresh Pumpkin Pie? Not when you use this great made-from-real-pumpkin Pumpkin Pie Recipe that I found. From the Garden Pumpkin Pie includes the really very easy directions for selecting, cleaning, cooking, and baking your fresh-from-scratch pumpkin pie.  You’ll find a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the differences of using fresh versus canned pumpkin and a place to share your thoughts about baking the best pumpkin pie.... Read Full Story