Nature has such a nurturing effect on children and adults of all ages. One of the many most effective ways of implementing nature-play for children is creating a play garden! What exactly is a play garden, and why is it beneficial? A play garden is a garden space in which children are not only allowed, … Continue reading Create a Play Garden; Reap the Health Benefits!

Have you ever imagined encouraging your child to jump into a pile of dirt or mud to play for hours? Well, you probably should! Playing in dirt, according to science, is an essential part of a healthy childhood. Not only is it fun, but it's very good for you! In fact, the health benefits can … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Dirt Play

Although we haven't officially begun our homeschooling year, we have begun some math practice through our Wild Math curriculum. Can I just say that I'm obsessed?! Math was always a dreaded topic during my education as a kid, and it lead to so many confidence issues. I flunked nearly ever math class I'd ever taken … Continue reading Homeschooling with Wild Math