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The Meaning of Easter – Childrens Books

Kids books about the meaning of Easter | childrens books | picture books Easter holiday | celebrate | what to read

Easter is a special time of year. It's so fun and exciting for kids, but I love to spend time reading about the meaning of Easter with them. I want to make sure they understand the reason we celebrate, not just colorful eggs and chocolate bunnies, but that they really know the true meaning of Easter and why we really celebrate the Easter … [Read more...]



Books for Kids About Rain

Kids books for a rainy day | enjoy stories about rain and learn about weather with these kids science books | natural science homeschool | homeschooling | childrens books | homeschool science | rain books

What better to do on a rainy day than cuddle up with your kids and a good book? Here are some fantastic rainy day books to enjoy; stories about rain as well as a little science. Why not take the opportunity to learn about weather, water cycle, and precipitation? Whether you prefer to stay warm and dry or are just coming in from puddle jumping, … [Read more...]



7 Great Books for Kids About Feelings

A collection of books about feelings for kids | books for boys | learn about emotions books | picture books | #feelings

Everyone has to learn to deal with difficult feelings. Big emotions are something kids feel and express, but need to learn how to put into words as they grow older. Sometimes they don't even understand how they are feeling or why they are feeling a certain way. These picture books are perfect to get your kids thinking about all the different … [Read more...]



28 Rainy Day Activities for Kids

28 rainy day kids activities. We all could use some indoor play ideas to keep kids occupied. Enjoy!

Kids are pretty self sufficient when it comes to entertaining themselves on rainy days. However, after a few days of being cooped up inside, or maybe even a few hours, they can start to get tired of their same old go-to games and activities. You might be tired of their proclamations of boredom and incessant hassling of each other, if you have more … [Read more...]



Top Nature Study Books for the Young Naturalist

Top Nature Study Books for the Young Naturalist | homeschoolling | forest schooling | kids books | nature books | nature crafts and nature activities | gifts for kids | gifts for teens |

If you've been here before, you know that nature is so important to me! Kids need to spend plenty of time out in nature, getting dirty, exploring their world, listening and watching the plants and creatures growing and moving around them. More time in nature leads to less stress, more focus, less problems with anxiety, ADD, health issues, greater … [Read more...]



The Gentle Secret to Keeping Kids in Bed

the gentle SECRET to keeping kids in bed | bedtime struggles | bedtime tips | parenting hacks Natural Parent Gentle parenting Attachment parenting

Snuggle Time Snug in bed, when it's quiet and still, that's when my kids want to talk to me about their worries, future plans, their day, all that is on their minds. I used to shush them and tell them it's time to sleep. Someone was always up 5 minutes later and I'd walk them back to bed. This would go on for hours! Now, each night I snuggle up … [Read more...]



Learn About China Childrens Books

Books for children about China | chinese history for kids | ancient China | picture books | #wtrw | what to read | homeschooling | kids books | education | what to read for kids

Learn about China through these fun and inspiring children’s books. Learning about different cultures, people and places around the world is so important so our kids learn appreciation of others and know their way of life is only one way to live in our big wide world. Add these kids books about China to your homeschool curriculum or supplement your … [Read more...]



Learn About Chickens Kids Books

kids books about chickens | learn about chicks childrens books | homeschooling | spring activities for kids | preschool ideas

We go to an organic working farm once a month with a group of homeschoolers and work all parts of the farm from caring for animals like chickens, to prepping soil, planting, and harvesting. The kids get hands on learning about healthy foods, and all aspects of farming using science, math, and working outdoors together. Catching chickens and … [Read more...]



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Hello, I'm L. E. Mastilock. I am a lover of food, family, and nature. I encourage parents to live a green, healthy lifestyle and have fun learning together. I am a published author and multi media artist, homeschooling my kids in the beautiful CA mountains. Read More…

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I miss the days when the kids would freely play ou I miss the days when the kids would freely play outdoors. Rocks & streams, sticks & flowers, their toys of choice. They're older now and drawn and to technology. They still have a love of nature, but it takes a push to get them to go outside and their play is different now. How do you get your big kids or #teens outdoors? ⁠
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