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A Closer Look at Birds

As the weather cools and the world gets buried in white winter, we begin to set up our patio bird feeders and wait for them to be discovered.  Living in…

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Travel Activities for Kids

Mess Free Chalk Coloring Book by  Jaq Jaq Bird Butterstix Dustless Chalk by Jaq Jaq Bird Travel Bingo by eeboo “Water Wow” by Melissa and Doug “Scratch and Sketch” by…

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Our Favorite Board Books (Not just for Babies)

Let me know which ones I’ve missed that belong on our list below…   We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Helen Oxenbury & Michael Rosen The Snowy Day by…

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Making Chia Seed Jam with Kids

One of the highlights of Summer for us is berry picking.  Whether it’s blueberries and strawberries from our garden, wild strawberries from our yard or blackberries and raspberries that we…

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Most loved Toys

Our favorite toys and crafts that have stood the test of time and are on repeat throughout the year.  The ones pictured above are as follows, balance blocks (Happy Place…

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Our Favorite Spring Books

Spring is in the air and I thought it was time to share some of our favorite picture books to help welcome this new season!  Enjoy! Butterfly Park By Elly…

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Pistachio Shell Succulent Craft

Eat pistachios and keep shells.  Paint the shells with craft paint to desired shade of green (or blue, or purple etc) and allow to dry fully. Cut different sized circles…

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Our Favorite Nature Themed Picture Books

A few of our favorite nature themed books for your wild and free family! “Water is Water” by Miranda Paul “The Camping Trip” by Jennifer Mann “Finding Wild” by Megan…

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    Free Bird Journaling Page

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    It doesn’t take long for little ones to discover the thrill of bird watching.  From their first glimpses through windows or on walks, they tend to be drawn to them right from the start.  If left at that, this interest may peak and then wane as other interests take over.  If we take the time to fan that flame, even just a little…a limitless source of relaxation, joy and wonder can be opened.   I want to share with you a tool that just may help your little bird watchers along…

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    Easy Pine Cone Bird Feeder

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    We have so much fun every winter, feeding our backyard birds.  With our harsh winters, we love giving them a boost to carry them through the season. Although we have several different feeders, we wanted to try making one ourselves.   We were able to create a beautiful and natural feeder to add to our collection using a pine cone and a few other additions.  Supplies: Pine Cones Natural Peanut Butter Bird Seed  Twine  Birds that stay through the cooler months appreciate having natural peanut butter to help in their fat…

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    Easy Solar System Necklaces

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    Our study of the solar system would not be complete without a simple craft to remind us of what we had learned.  By studying and painting each planet, the girls were able recall the different planetary features we had read about.  Crafts and activities can often cement ideas and discoveries into our memory banks like no other method.   Supplies: Twine or String Scissors Wooden Beads (Assorted Sizes) Watercolors and Paint Brushes Sealant Solar System Book (or reference website) After studying each planet and it’s characteristics, begin painting a wooden bead…

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    Our Favorite Garden Themed Picture Books

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