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Indoor Gardening Activity: Kid-made Plant Markers

March 19, 2014

Cute homemade plant markers for kids to make

This week I shared our indoor plant science observations and one of the ways the kids made their window garden special was to make plant markers to label each pot. We kept it very simple. You know by now that all my artsy-crafty projects are super simple. The purpose of a post like this is not…
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by: Erica posted in: Art and Crafts, Gardening Leave a Comment

Plant Science Activity with Kids

March 18, 2014

Plant science activity to do at home with kids

Since we have no yard, much of the kids’ gardening learning happens indoors. Right now the boys and I are learning a little plant science by observing pots of various beans and seeds growing in the window. Despite the fact that I am an avid gardener, I’m embarrassed to say that it continues to be…
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by: Erica posted in: Gardening, Science 4 Comments

Winter Birding with Kids {Parent Tips}

January 16, 2014

Get outside in the winter! Tips from a parent for winter birding with kids.

Winter is actually a great time to explore nature and go birding with the kids. February is the Great Backyard Bird Count so a winter birding walk will get you and your kids ready to participate. Long time readers (waves) know that my oldest son is the one who got me into birding and now his brother is…
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by: Erica posted in: Nature 12 Comments

Indoor Winter Activity: Thin Ice

January 3, 2014

Playing outdoors with thin ice at the park

Indoor activities are a must during winter and you may be surprised to know that I frequently let my kids play with water inside. This particular icy indoor winter activity was inspired by a recent outdoor trip. We took a walk in the park during the winter break and the lake was covered with an…
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by: Erica posted in: Nature, Water Play 6 Comments

4 Bird Feeders Kids Can Make

December 17, 2013

How to make an easy hanging orange bird feeder craft with kids

Homemade bird feeders are the perfect way to get my kids involved in an easy craft. If you’ve been reading this blog for any length of time you know my kids love birds. What they are not always keen on is crafting, but add bird to a nature craft and …  success! Not having a yard hasn’t…
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by: Erica posted in: Nature 2 Comments

How to Help Backyard Birds Build Their Nests

April 9, 2013

Make a DIY bird nesting ball

My older son is quite the birding enthusiast and this backyard bird nesting ball was a great craft for him and a good addition to our homemade bird feeders. Birds start to build nests in spring and our urban feathered friends appreciate a little help finding good nesting material. My bird loving son was so…
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by: Erica posted in: Nature 11 Comments

How to Plant Paperwhites Indoors with Kids

December 20, 2012

how to force paperwhites indoors

Every year the kids and I plant paperwhite bulbs indoors. When the blooms open they fill the apartment with a heady fragrance. Many paperwhite enthusiasts time their plantings to bloom at Christmas, but I also like to plant them later. Their blooms are the perfect pick-me-up for droopy, gloomy January days. How to Plant Paperwhites…
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by: Erica posted in: Gardening 11 Comments

Bird Books for Kids + Backyard Bird Count

February 18, 2012

This weekend is the Great Backyard Bird Count. You should participate! It only takes 15 minutes of your time (or more if you are a bird-hound like Kiddo). The official website will provide you with a list of common birds in your area and detailed instructions for participation. There’s no reason not to get your…
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by: Erica posted in: Books, Nature 2 Comments

Birdwatching

September 19, 2011

Remember when I told you about Kiddo’s love for his Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America? Well, we have been taking a lot of walks in the park with a pair of binoculars, a field bag and guide in hand. I must say, Kiddo has been teaching me a lot. I suggested…
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by: Erica posted in: Nature, New York City 5 Comments

The Beginnings of a Nature Journal

July 5, 2011

I have been trying to get on the nature journal bandwagon for some time. Kiddo is not very interested in drawing what he sees but reading It’s a Jungle Out There!  inspired me to try again this summer. Our first activity was pressing some sweet peas we grew in the community garden. I realize pressing…
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by: Erica posted in: Literacy, Nature 5 Comments

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