We got 6 inches of that white stuff this morning!  It looks so cool before anyone steps in it and the cars turn it into a brownish mess. I love how snow looks!  Falling gently to the ground, covering everything with a glittery mass of white, like a coating of marshmallow puff. Yummy! If...
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Go on a walk with your child and have them discover what animals brave the winter weather with them. Has your child ever wondered what animal left those prints in your yard? Or how do animals stay warm all winter long? Or why do some animals hibernate? Let them discover the answers this winter....
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Making igloos is a great way to keep your child happy and productive.  They’ll find there is more than one way to build an igloo. Children are always fascinated by igloos and they have lots of questions: How can people stay warm in something that is cold? Help your child explore the wonders of...
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Just like white walls scream for color, so does the expanse of white that lays before your child after a snowfall. Here’s a simple way for them to bring a little color into the world by having fun in the snow making snow sculptures. Materials: assorted containers (spray  non-stick cooking oil on metal pans)...
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Is your child allergic to animals? Or have they  always wanted a dog or cat? They can build their own or any other animal that they want. Snakes are especially easy and fun to do. What fun to have “creatures” crawling across your yard. It brings to mind Calvin and Hobbs with his yard of...
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Things your child can do or make to make the long winter days go by. Bring the fun of the outdoors inside with some winter projects that your child will enjoy. Recycle Creations I have never met a child that their eyes didn’t light up when they were given an opportunity to make anything...
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“Three things in human life are important. The first is to be kind. The second is to be kind. The third is to be kind.” Henry JamesValentine’s Day is a day to show kindness to others.  Wouldn’t it be grand if the world’s politician’s and business leaders took being kind to heart, every day...
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