Why Your Kids Need Playground Play (backed by science) Last year my daughter and I set out to play on as many playgrounds as we could. We were determined to find the best playgrounds where we live and in the process, tried out almost 50 playgrounds! During our playground challenges I observed many things about playground play and outdoor play…
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12 Reasons Why Your Kids Need Playground Play (backed by science)
Nature Scavenger Hunt For Kids {with FREE printables!}
Nature Scavenger Hunt For Kids There are probably 150 kids in the 1st grade at my daughter’s school. 150 kids, one playground, and 30 minutes of recess. Needless to say, she doesn’t always get to use the playground equipment. But almost every day my 6 year old comes home talking about some treasure she and her friends found. Isn’t it…
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14 Equipment Free Outdoor Games Your Kids Will Go Crazy For!
14 Equipment Free Outdoor Games Your Kids Will Go Crazy For! Some of my fondest childhood memories were playing games outside with friends after school, or during summer camp. The simplest games were always the most fun too! You don’t need fancy equipment, or even a ball, to play some of the most fun outdoor games for kids. These 14…
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25 Super Fun Earth Day Crafts Kids Will Love!
25 Super Fun Earth Day Crafts Kids Will Love! Earth Day is such a great time to pause and be thankful for this planet we call our home. Sometimes it is difficult to explain to kids just how important it is to take care of our planet. Fun Earth Day crafts and activities will definitely reinforce ideas like conservation, the…
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How to Naturally Dye Easter Eggs
How to Naturally Dye Easter Eggs Dyeing Easter eggs is a fun holiday tradition your family can enjoy together. But using a pre-made boxed dyeing kit means you’ll be using chemical additives to dye your eggs. In addition to exposing your children to those chemicals as they dye the eggs, you’ll also be adding chemicals to the eggs themselves. If…
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