Explore some of these summer sensory activities this year with your kids no matter what their age! My kids are “touchers” — as in, they always put their hands on things. So when we plan out our favorite summer activities, I love being able to give them lots of sensory experiences! It’s the perfect time …
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Check out these fun things to do in June with kids and the whole family! Sometimes creating fun memories is as simple as celebrating a day together — so I thought I would share some of the fun & unique June Observation Days that families will enjoy this month. In line with our $0 Summer: …
The weather this winter has been a “don’t look a gift horse in the mouth” type of thing. So, in honor of the unseasonably warm temperatures, we’ve put together an early spring scavenger hunt list for kids to encourage them to get out and discover what nature looks like as spring approaches. Head out to a park, trail or even around your neighborhood and enjoy!
Spring scavenger hunt ideas & games that inspire kids of all ages to enjoy the outdoors! This week’s round-up of FREE printable scavenger hunts for kids includes a variety of Spring Scavenger Hunt ideas and printable games to play outside! It seems that no matter where we go lately, there’s always some new to see …
Try a few of these winter science experiments that explore snow, ice and cold temperatures! As if the past ten months haven’t been historic enough, it seems that we are making history once again with one of the most brutal cold snaps in decades!! As my grandmother always told me “if life hands you lemons, …
One thing I really enjoy during the summer are days out with the kids! We like to explore almost anywhere but since we have a summer budget, finding free places to visit is always a plus since we like to get out a lot during summertime. You don’t have to travel very far for the …
15 Fun Things to do Outside this Weekend Research has shown that time outside helps our bodies to produce Vitamin D (vital for those growing bones!), decrease our stress levels and let’s just be honest – stop our kids from getting to squirrely since they can stretch their legs and voices 🙂 Try one …
Enjoy these Christmas-themed nature books and winter play activities! Christmas is a wonderful time to invite nature into the house! We love creating & crafting with natural items during the holidays — they’re not only free but plentiful. Not to mention, some of them have such a wonderful scent! So enjoy these great play activities, …
Creative ideas for nature and outdoor gifts for kids! The holidays are coming and we want you to be able to spend more time relaxing than shopping. Wouldn’t that be nice — feet up, fire going, warm cup of tea & a cookie (or two), Bing crooning “I’m dreaming of a white Christmas…” Ahhh.. now …
Enjoy these gorgeous kids books about leaves — perfect to pair with favorite Fall activities this Autumn or to take with you on a leaf scavenger hunt! One of the best things about Autumn (next to the pumpkin bread, of course) are the beautiful leaves! I love to go on long drives to see the …