Spring is flowers blooming, birds building nests, green grass growing and rainbows after rainstorms. This season offers a kaleidoscope of inspiration and new abundance for nature-inspired crafting. In our home, spring crafting is approached with the earth in mind. My...
Birds, with their songs, flight and feather, fill children with awe. Perhaps it's a robin collecting worms from dewy grass or the woodpecker tuk-tuk-tuking a nearby tree that first catch a child's attention, but once caught a world of wonder is opened. Noticing birds...
Mushrooms are mysterious and marvelous. They aren't plants or animals, but belong to its own kingdom: fungi! There is so mush to learn about mushrooms and this list of mushrooms picture books is a great place to start. Not only are these books are all well written and...
Trees are amazing plants. They convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, reduce airborne pollutants, bring water into soil, provide homes for wildlife, grow food, and prevent erosion. Trees make our planet, our cities and our families healthier and happier! This list of...
Dyeing Easter eggs using naturally derived dyes is an age old tradition that has recently seen a recent resurgence. There's something satisfying about creating a coulourful cast of eggs from things such as onion skins, purple cabbage, beets, turmeric and tea. While...
I love all things spring and Easter. The celebration of new life, the renewal of heart and home, and the gift of rebirth are invigorating after the long cold winter. As Easter approaches my children and I clean our home top-to-bottom, search for signs of spring...
Mud. Ooey gooey squishy goop that forms when dirt and water mix together. Mud has a magnetic force on children. It beckons them to scoop and slide their way into a magical and messy world of play. Most parents abhor mud. It stick to everything and dries into a hard...
These clay egg ornaments are very simple and easy to make. They are made out of air dry clay which is kid friendly and 100% natural - no baking required! Even though this is a simple craft you can add your own creative touch to these egg ornaments. Try mixing paint...
Many years ago, my children and I made our first wet felted eggs. Our eggs turned out thick and wobbly but despite their imperfections they have been much loved over the years. Now that we've learned a thing or two about wet felting I want to share a tutorial for...
"Mama, there's a wasp in my room!" "I think there's a tick in my hair! Get it out! GET IT OUT!!!!" "Help! There's a spider on the door!" Fear of bugs, even among the most nature loving children, is extremely common. It's so common that it pops up regularly in online...
Dandelions are a telltale sign that spring has truly arrived. This common "weed" is one of nature's wonderful gifts to pollinators and insects in the spring. In fact, it's only been recent that dandelions have been viewed as weeds. For the longest time they were a...
I have been obsessed with dandelions this spring. We've been using dandelions to create art, decorate our nature table and fill our bellies. There have been plenty of dandelion "fails" along the way... I will spare you the drama of my dandelion play dough. However,...
Spring officially starts on the spring equinox which falls on March 19, 20, or 21 in the northern hemisphere and September 22 or 23 in the southern hemisphere. On this special day the sun shines directly on the equator of our planet and for a short time day and night...
Nature crowns are a little bit of magic. Weaving branches, flowers, leaves, and tiny bits of green into a crown invites kids to connect with the land, build fine-motor skills, and jump straight into imaginative outdoor play. Best part? This version is made from 100%...
At first glance, a pond might seem quiet and ordinary, but beneath its tranquil surface lies a vibrant, hidden world brimming with fascinating creatures! Pond dipping is a fun, interactive activity that sparks children's curiosity and nurtures a lifelong love for...
Nothing is more exciting than seeing the first signs of spring after a long cold winter. Maybe it's that first purple crocus popping up in the garden or the busy robin gobbling down worms in your yard. Whatever it is, those first signs of spring fill us with so much...