The Ultimate Gift List for Nature Loving Kids and Families!

I don't know about you, but I always appreciate it when others scope out good gift ideas, because - less work for me! This year I've been gathering ideas based on things our family has used and loved over the past few years. We consider ourselves an outdoorsy, nature-loving family, and here are the things…

NEW Advent Nature Study: Embrace the Seasons of Christmas

I'm SO excited to release our new Advent Nature Study: Heaven and Nature Sing! During a time when the holidays can seem frantic and packed full of activities and commitments, it's important to slow down and remember why we celebrate in the first place. The rhythm of the seasons not only marks the passing of…

5 Easy Pumpkin Science Experiments and Activities to do this Fall

It's here! Pumpkin season! We really can't get enough of pumpkins this time of year - between decorating, carving and eating them, pumpkins are definitely the main characters of October. In this article I've gathered some of our favorite pumpkin science experiments and activities - simple projects you can easily do at home. 1. Sink…

Amazing Snow Science Activities for Kids – and a FREE Snowflake Printable

Science activities for a snowy day

6 Creative Ways to Welcome the Winter Solstice

The Winter Solstice - the shortest day, and longest night of the year - is coming up this weekend. The days after the solstice will steadily become longer and lighter, which means it's only up from here! I love the cozy darkness of winter but we are definitely ready for the sun to come back;…

52 Holiday Gift Ideas for Nature Lovers: 2024’s Best Outdoor Gifts for Kids and Families

It's that time of year again! This time, I'm DETERMINED to get a head start on my gift list in order to avoid the last minute rush (I say this every year 🤣). We consider ourselves an outdoorsy, nature-loving family, and here are the things either we've used and loved over the years, OR these…

Autumn Activity Roundup: 13 Craft Projects for Fall

It's finally here! Fall is hands down my favorite season, so let the fall crafts and activities commence! My kids and I have done many fun projects to commemorate the season over the past several years, and I thought it would be helpful to gather them all right here, in one place. If you're looking…

4 Resources for Summer Learning Fun (+ Free Summer Printables!)

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Make Fun and Easy “Leaf Confetti” Art Mosaics!

Do your kids love hole punching like mine do? There's something soothing and satisfying about hole punching - not to mention it's great for developing motor skills and strengthening little hands. With some paper and a hole puncher, let's go gather some freshly fallen leaves and make some beautiful autumn "leafetti" (leaf confetti) mosaics. Here's…

Celebrating the Summer Solstice with Kids

It’s finally here! This week marks the official start of summer and the longest day of the year. Here in Colorado, it means we’re finally due for hot sunny days and 15 hours of daylight. We’ll be welcoming summer with some of our favorite crafts and activities - join us! Make a Sun Banner Okay…