Halloween is one of the most beloved holidays of the year, at least in my house. In fact, my kids start thinking about their Halloween costumes as early as late August. After all, it’s so much fun dressing up and going from house to house collecting candy. But with all the excitement surrounding tricks, […]
The History of Halloween Traditions Read More »
Follow these five simple steps for a low stress and straightforward back to school transition. This mindful approach makes a big difference!
Back to School in 5 Easy Steps Read More »
Midsummer is the celebration of the longest day of the year. It is one of the oldest celebrations in human history. One can see the original pagan roots steeped in the current practices of midsummer—the traditional dresses, dancing around the maypole, wearing flowers in your hair, and celebrating fertility in many ways and always with
How to Make a Scandinavian Midsummer Crown Read More »
For the first few years of your kids’ lives, international travel with kids is all about worrying about the flight, what food to take so they don’t starve, vaccines, etc. As your kids get older, they’ll start forming memories of their travel (I personally remember trips we took from when I was about 6) –
International Travel with Kids: 5 Tips to Picking the Perfect Destination Read More »
When I first started homeschooling almost 20 years ago, I knew in my heart that conservation and climate change activism would be a major component. I sought out every opportunity for outdoor experiences for my kids to learn about conservation practices and science first hand. Our desire to make a difference for the environment resulted
Conservation and Climate Change Activism Read More »
