Backyard Nature Hunt with an Upcycled T-Shirt Collection Bag
We all love nature, and while there are cool things to discover outside in the winter, I love heading out once the snow melts and trying to discover signs of spring and continuing that on well into summer. This week we had a chance to check out the series of Eco Boys and […]
Inspire Creativity with LEGO and Netflix
When we think about creativity, we typically think about artistic or musical talents. But problem solving is a key component of creativity, and one that is so important to think about as we raise the next generation of world leaders. One of our favorite creativity-builders is LEGO. LEGO bricks are kind of a […]
Using a 3D Drawing Pen to Motivate Your Creatively Gifted Child
I’m going to admit right off the bat here that I am not above bribery and striking deals when it comes to getting my gifted children to get their work done. Raising gifted kids can be exhausting when you factor in all the negotiations and creative avoidance techniques they come up with. And new technology […]
Pet Rock Themed Valentines | Free Printable Valentines
I love using natural materials to create fun and unique crafts and activities for my kids, and these pet rock themed Valentines were so fun! When you’re tired, and have intense kiddos, you are the mom that begs for the non-candy Valentine treats from friends. These are simple to make, a fun craft, and […]
Love Bug Themed Valentines | Free Printable Valentine’s Day Cards
We’re going to have a lot of fun sharing nature-themed activities with you over the next year as I write and photograph my newest book all about backyard nature science for kids. And, there’s no better way to kick it all off than to whip up some fun love bug themed Valentine’s Day cards for […]