29 of the Best Spring Activities to do with Kids
Spring is the time for renewal and regrowth! That’s true for the natural world, but I know I personally feel the need for a bit of a refresh after the long winter months as well.
3 Incredible Features at Dow Gardens You Must See!
I love exploring our state (which happens to be Michigan) and discovering beautiful new places! One of my most recent discoveries is Dow Gardens in Midland, MI. I always felt like I had a good idea of what existed nearby, but I keep finding out about more and more spots! Apparently I know nothing 🤣. …
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Fun Things To Learn About Tree Rings with Kids!
Do you remember being fascinated by tree rings as a kid? No? Maybe it was just me…😂. Just recently, my interest was reawakened and I thought this would be a cool thing to learn about with my 4-year-old! So I did a little bit of research. Turns out, there’s a lot more you can learn …
Pretty and Simple Nature Necklace Craft
Each year when March hits, everyone’s focus shifts to spring. The problem is, our weather here in Michigan doesn’t quite get the memo until around May. What’s a person supposed to do when they want all the flowers and pretty colors now?
Winter Printables Bundle: Get 6 Free Pages!
I know spring is technically less than a month away, but let’s be honest…for a lot of us, it’s still going to feel like winter for a while. I’m a realist, which means I don’t sit around hoping for spring in February, March, or even April. Now seemed like the perfect time to create a …
Easy DIY Fire Starters with Nature
Sitting around a warm, crackling campfire is one of the great pleasures in life. Struggling to get your fire started is not. As someone who has had the experience of struggling for an hour (or more) to get a good campfire properly going, I was super excited about the idea of these DIY fire starters!
Easy DIY Walking Stick for Kids
We had a revelation recently while on a family hike that led us to this fun DIY walking stick craft idea. Our 4-year-old son is typically quite enjoyable and well behaved when we head outdoors.
5 Interactive Ways to Study Animal Tracks with Kids!
On a recent trip to South Dakota, my parents brought back a book for my son called Who Pooped in the Black Hills? You may or may not have been able to guess, but it’s about a family hunting for signs of animals.
3 Colorful Ideas for a Winter Scavenger Hunt!
Let’s be honest: winter isn’t exactly most people’s favorite time of year. It can be kind of drab and monotonous. One thing that’s healing to my soul during winter
7 Essential Tips for Winter Hiking with Kids
It’s kind of a natural instinct to hole up inside where it’s nice and warm during the winter months. But no matter the time of year, it’s still important to haul the kids (and yourself) outside for some fresh air, exercise, and play time!