If you like to incorporate a bit of nature into your crating, this Painted Pine Cone Garland craft is for you! Something I love about this craft is that I made a little game out of it with my children. We headed outside to our backyard where we have a large pine tree. I told my kids to find 4 pinecones each and to make sure that they weren't squished or tiny! This got them … [Read more...] about How To Make Pine Cone Garland
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How To Make Family Hiking Trips Fun
I love nature and I love spending time outdoors. Most kids love being outside too but sometimes they need a little encouragement. Especially these days when kids get so used to their electronics! Outdoor fun is a great way to have them set aside electronics and engage in the benefits of family time. If you want to get outside but you fear that your family hiking trips won't be … [Read more...] about How To Make Family Hiking Trips Fun
Exploring Nature With Children [Why And How]
I grew up primarily in the seventies and eighties when it was customary for children to come home from school and then run freely outdoors until the street lights came on. We were told to go outside and find something to do or we were given chores. We, of course, chose to find something to do! A big part of that was exploring nature in whatever form my neighborhood offered … [Read more...] about Exploring Nature With Children [Why And How]