The world today is so full of electronic gadgets that keep our kids busy. This can make it even harder for parents to get their children outside to experience the wonders of nature. I've decided it's time to write a post on how to get your child excited about the outdoors! It's certainly not always easy, but as with anything, it takes diligence and the setting of routines. While exploring this vast planet, let your child use all their senses - sight, smell, hearing, touching and tasting - to ... Read the Post
Tips to Get Your Child Excited About the Outdoors
Essential Oils for Bug Bites
Are you looking for a natural solution for treating bug bites? I was never able to use bug repellent that contained harsh chemicals. The smell was horrible, and not only that, but putting it on my children's bodies didn't feel right to me. Essential oils have always played a big role in my life, but once I had children, I began researching ways to use oils for a natural bug repellent. This naturally led to me also reading up on how to treat bug bites naturally. The resulting journey was ... Read the Post
9 Strategies for Successful Homeschooling
There are many good reasons to homeschool, and over the past few years more and more families are moving towards it. Your children’s education is incredibly important, and there are many considerations that go into making a decision to home school your kids. After all, you want to give your kids the best start in life that you can. To start, you’ll want to think about how you want to approach the homeschool experience. Research different curriculum, find and review resources, and if you’re ... Read the Post
Apple Kimchi Recipe
There are many different varieties of kimchi that can satisfy any craving from breakfast foods to meats. This tangy and spicy meal works well with all kinds of vegetables, and yes, even fruit. Add apples for an unusual—but delicious—twist on a classic Korean dish. The following is an excerpt from Black Trumpet by Evan Mallett. It has been adapted for the web. Denise gave me a 5-gallon ceramic “rot pot” for my birthday one year. I made my favorite crock pickle recipe from our garden’s ... Read the Post
Fantastic Frozen Fruit Smoothies
Nothing says summer like a fruit smoothie. But what’s better than a fruit smoothie? A frozen fruit smoothie. When it’s too hot to cook a meal, and sandwiches or salads aren’t appealing, try one of these delicious recipes. Not only will they cool you down, but you’ll get plenty of nutrients, too! The following is an excerpt from The Grain-Free, Sugar-Free, Dairy-Free Family Cookbook by Leah Webb. It has been adapted for the web. Smoothies don’t take an exorbitant amount of ... Read the Post
A Parent’s Guide to Creating a Nurturing Homeschooling Station
If you run into conflicts trying to get your kids to focus on their homeschooling, a dedicated homeschool station may be the solution. Creating a space just for learning will help your child to do better while maintaining more harmony in your home. Homeschooling is one of those things that has its ups and downs. There will be good days and there will be challenging days. With our homeschooling, I definitely found that I not only had to create a designated learning space, but I also had to set ... Read the Post
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