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August 21, 2024

Herbalism with Kids: 5 Ways to Cultivate a Kinship with Plants

In CRAFTS, GARDENING, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS, RECIPES

As parents, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is a deep connection to nature. Reconnecting with the earth through herbalism is a meaningful way to teach our kids about the wonders of the natural world. Herbalism isn’t just about plants; it’s about understanding our role in the ecosystem, fostering respect for all living things, and empowering our children with the knowledge to heal and nourish themselves from the earth’s bounty. Today,…

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October 6, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Gardening with Kids

In BOOKS, FARM, GARDENING, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

There’s something truly magical about watching a child’s eyes light up as they witness the first sprout of a seed they planted, or the joy on their face when they pluck a ripe tomato from a vine they nurtured. Gardening with kids is not just a pastime; it’s a journey filled with wonder, discovery, and invaluable life lessons. Today, Jackleen Leed, PNW photographer and mom, is here to talk about introducing children to the art…

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June 10, 2022

Starting an Outdoor Herb Garden with Your Kids

In GARDENING, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

No food tastes quite as amazing as food that you grow yourself in your own garden. Whether you’re growing a large garden plot full of vegetables or a couple of small containers of herbs, there’s something magical about growing your own food and herbs. And, of course, kids can help out and learn to appreciate the joy of gardening as well. Today, Lauren Cain, Texas homeschooling mom of three, is here sharing her family’s experience…

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August 11, 2021

Exploring Farmers’ Markets with Kids

In FARM, GOOD FOR NATURE, SUMMER, URBAN NATURE

A trip to your local farmer’s market is more than just a shopping excursion. Farmers’ markets are thriving locations where communities gather, full of interesting people and educational opportunities. Today, Creative Team member and Nevada mom of 2, Ashley Greenhalgh is highlighting how to explore a farmers’ market with your kids. Farmers’ markets are an important part of communities, where you can shop small, meet your local farmers, reduce your carbon footprint and learn to…

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July 2, 2021

Gardening with Ladybugs

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GARDENING, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, SUMMER

Gardening with kids is such a wonderful and educational way to get kids outside and in touch with nature. There are so many amazing benefits of gardening with kids. Gardening has brought our family so much joy (and so many tomatoes), but it can also bring unwanted guests. Enter the dreaded aphid. To keep our plants healthy and aphid-free, we recently released 1,500 ladybugs into our garden and it was such a fun experience. My…

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January 28, 2021

Winter Garden Planning with Kids

In GARDENING, NATURE SCHOOL, WINTER

A great garden starts in the winter! Now is the time to get out those seed catalogs and figure out what you’re going to plant this year and where. Planning out your garden is such a fun activity to do in the winter. It reminds us that warmth and sunshine will be returning soon. Garden planning can also be a great activity for the kids that will teach them valuable skills while they’re having fun….

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December 7, 2020

Teaching Kids About Where Food Comes From

In FARM, GARDENING, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

We all know kids are innately curious and soak up new information like sponges, especially if it’s something they’re naturally interested in. You’re likely here because you’re looking for ideas to feed that curiosity in your kids. Today, we have creative team member Jake Smith of Black Ridge Farms, sharing a little about feeding your kid’s minds, as well as their bodies in one fell swoop. Jake is a farmer in Washington state and dad…

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October 23, 2020

7 Ways to Ease Anxiety Using Nature

In GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

This year is destined to go down in the history books for a lot of things. Unprecedented high levels of stress and anxiety in parents, being one of them. More than possibly ever before, self-care for parents needs to be a top priority. Moms in particular, tend to take care of everyone but themselves, leading to overwhelm, burnout and exhaustion. Today, we have Chelsea Furlong, Virginia photographer and homeschooling mom of two, sharing 7 ways…

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October 15, 2020

DIY Fall Fairy Garden in a Pumpkin

In CRAFTS, FALL, HOLIDAYS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES

Fall is such a magical time of year! The turning leaves, the beautiful colors and the crisp cool air! It’s also a great time for nature crafts and getting outside to play! One of our favorite ways to spark imagination and creative play in our kids is through fairy gardens. Today, Megan Rigdon, Maryland photographer and mom of three is sharing tips on how to create a fall-themed fairy garden with children! She’s included materials…

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October 12, 2020

Homeschooling: Interest-Led Learning

In BOOKS, GARDENING, INFORMATION, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we had the time to delve deeply into those topics that we’ve always been naturally curious about? Would you choose to study a particular time period? A historical figure?  An animal, weather phenomenon, or something else entirely? Today we have Nichole, Arkansas homeschooling mom of 2, here showing us what it looks like to tailor your children’s homeschooling lessons around their interests and passions. Interest-led learning is a customized and…

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September 29, 2020

Ways to Reconnect With Nature as a Family

In GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

This year has tested and challenged us in more ways than we ever could have imagined. There’s been so much uncertainty, stress, and exhaustion over the last six months and that’s taken a toll on our physical and mental health. As parents, we tend to feel the effects more deeply and have experienced more unprecedented change and pressure than ever before. Today, we have a beautiful story about what happens when a mom in healthcare…

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