If you’ve spent much around here, you know we’re huge fans of all things Yosemite National Park. (I’ve even written an insider’s guide to exploring the place with kids.) We’ve read lots of books for kids about Yosemite over the years and were thrilled to be introduced to a brand new title earlier this fall: Ranger Baldy and the Disappearing Waterfall: A Yosemite Park … [Read more...]
North America: A World in One Continent
This spring, The Little Explorer and I watched the seven-part Discovery Channel series, North America. To say it was amazing, breathtaking and educational would be an understatement. Which means we were both quite excited to take a look at the series’ companion book, North America: A World in One Continent. The book is written by renowned nature producer Huw Cordey and … [Read more...]
Book Review: I’m the Scariest Thing in the Jungle!
Welcome to the first of several book reviews I’ve got slated just in time for the holidays. We’re kicking it off today with a beautifully illustrated book that’s perfect for the young animal lover in your life. I’m the Scariest Thing in the Jungle! (retails for $15.95) is a 36-page color illustrated book geared toward preschoolers and beginning readers (ages 3 to 8). It … [Read more...]
25 Christmas Nature Activities for Families
It’s official: Christmas is a mere 24 days away. In our house – semi-remodeled/semi-chaotic as it might be – the excitement is palpable. It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year. And with reason. We have lots of family traditions to look forward to. The challenge is to stress less and have more fun as we enjoy those traditions. That’s where these 25 Christmas nature … [Read more...]
50+ Holiday Gift Ideas for Nature Kids
These holiday gift ideas for nature kids are arranged into categories based on some of the ways The Explorers enjoy spending time in nature. And because I’m not a fan of overdoing it with gift giving this time of year, I’ve added something personal to each of the categories – an idea for gifting an experience instead of a store-bought item. While these goodies may be fun for … [Read more...]