Thank you for your interest in my work. PrairieMania.com is a small sampling of my ongoing research related to American history in the late 19th century, early 20th century; and the real life of Laura Ingalls Wilder. I have given presentations at living history villages, museums; and have spoken to school groups, girl scout troops, and historical societies. My presentations can be altered as needed to meet the interests of your group. Contact me if you have any questions or if you want to schedule a program. Programs: Losing Grandpa's Farm: The History of Food Production in the U.S.: Description to come... New for October 2010! From Comfits to Confectionaries, The Sweet History of Candy in America: What sugary sweets did you savor as a child? What candies still delight you? Take a look back at candies through history and discover how candy manufacturing and your sweet tooth were shaped by society and events. Visit the homesites of Laura Ingalls Wilder: Visit the homesites of beloved American pioneer Laura Ingalls Wilder through her Little House stories with a slideshow of photos detailing the places important in Laura's life. For adults and older children. The Life of Laura Ingalls Wilder: Experience events in the life of pioneer Laura Ingalls Wilder! Through storytelling and crafts be taken back to life in the the 1800s. Grind wheat, make butter, design namecards, dip candles, and more! Prairie Girl at Heart: We are modern day Prairie Girls! This program includes activites and crafts inspired by the pioneers but with a modern twist. Prepare to have a delightful time making lip balm, yarn, butter, ice cream and more! Amount of projects completed depend on length of program. Identifying Women's Fashion in Old Photographs: A slideshow using photos from 1860 to 1950 will take one through the years of fashion changes. The focus of this program is on the history of the outside influences in the fashion world and the social changes that took place. For adults and older children. From the Sheep to the Scarf: Experience the old-fashioned process of creating a scarf from sheep's wool. Try your hand at spinning wool on a drop spindle and see how the spun yarn is used for knitting. For small groups, program can include a hands-on lesson in spool knitting. |