Old World Christmas

The Story Behind The Pelican is a symbol of Jesus per an ancient legend. During a famine, the Pelican cared so dearly for her young that she chose to give them her own blood to prevent starvation,...

The Story Behind Stingrays are related to sharks and are common in temperate seas around the world. Their unique flat body allows them to conceal themselves in the sand. They swim by undulating their...

The Story Behind The Pacific Blue Tang fish is a popular marine aquarium fish and is often recognized for being featured in an animated children s movie. It can be found swimming throughout the...

The Story Behind Dolphins are nature's ambassadors. Dolphins seem to reverse the law of the wild, seeking humans, rather than fleeing from them. Those who encounter the playful and gentle dolphin...

The Story Behind The octopus is a shy animal and will change color when frightened. It is also the most intelligent of the invertebrates. The octopus has a good memory and uses it to make judgements...

The Story Behind Manatees are large, gentle sea mammals that live in warm coastal seas and water ways. Legends of mermaids most likely came from sightings of long-tailed manatees, who cradle their...

The Story Behind Sixth-century Italian monks gave pretzels to children as rewards for attending church. The pretzel s twists signify arms crossed in prayer and when it has three openings, the Trinity...

The Story Behind Locomotives are associated with Christmas, since that is when many children are first introduced to toy trains. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas morning and discovering a...

When the lakes and ponds freeze over in the winter, one of the most popular activities is ice-skating. Who can forget the excitement of Christmas morning and discovering a beautiful pair of skates...

The Story Behind This traditional and beautiful glass ornament was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured inside. Finally, it was delicately...

The Story Behind This glass Soccer Ball ornament makes a great gift for any sports enthusiast. It was carefully mouth-blown into a finely crafted mold. Then a hot solution of liquid silver was poured...

The Story Behind Pontoon boats are a great symbol of summer days on the water. These boats glide through the water and allow the boaters to have comfortable seating and allow for easy conversations...