Welcome to Day 10 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. I admit it: Even this outdoor-loving nature mama gets nervous when her kids want to climb a tree. Like most of you, I worry that they might fall and get hurt.It’s true; that … [Read more...]
Day 9: Create Ice Art
Okay my cold weather area fans – this one’s for you! Day 9 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun requires freezing temperatures, preferably the kind outdoors. Besides cold weather (or a freezer), to create ice art you’ll need some bits of nature (leaves, berries, seeds, acorns, etc), a plastic plate, ice cube tray or other baking molds, and ribbon or string. Day 9: Create ice … [Read more...]
Backyard Nature Fun – Day 8: Go on a backyard bug hunt
I can’t believe it’s already time to kick off the second week of our 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun series. Have you been enjoying it so far? I hope so! Remember, even if you don’t get to do each activity in the series, just get outside and do something! Last week, I suggested getting to know your backyard birds by making a pinecone birdfeeder. Today, it’s time to get to … [Read more...]
Backyard Nature Fun – Day 7: Walk to school
Welcome to Day 7 of this month’s 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun. I hope you’ve enjoyed the first week. There are plenty more great ideas coming up all month, so you'd better stick around!This week, The Big Explorer heads back to school after a long winter break. Which means we’ve got plenty of demands on our time. What’s one way we’ll connect with nature now that school’s back … [Read more...]
Backyard Nature Fun – Day 6: Make nature wands
It’s Day 6 of our 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun and today we’re getting crafty. Creating items from nature can be a great source of inspiration for imaginary play. Day 6: Make nature wands.Every budding princess, fairy, magician and/or sorcerer needs a magic wand. We think one decorated with items from nature has extra-special magic powers.To make your own nature wand, head … [Read more...]