Charise of I Thought I Knew Mama shares 20 ways to enhance your family’s joy on even the dreariest of days, plus plenty of inspirational resources!  Read More…

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There are many great things about spring, and one of those is the ability to do some more activities outdoors and elsewhere. Check out our list of fun things to do with your family this spring!  Read More…

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This week we asked you to share your libraries with us. Tell us about your library and link up!  Read More…

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Easy on your pocket book, these Handmade Holiday gift tutorial ideas will delight children of all ages. Be sure to enter the two giveaways, too!  Read More…

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Who Was Born at Home? is a children’s book for history buffs and homebirth fans alike. It shows kids historical US figures who were born at home and brings a grounding reality to homebirth. Two winners will each receive a copy of this beautiful watercolor-illustrated book.  Read More…

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This week we asked you to share story time with us. Read more about natural learning on our resource page. Link up!  Read More…

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Living on a farm, we don’t have the time or the means to travel. But we want our children to be global citizens. We want them to truly understand how fully they are linked to their fellow beings on this beautiful blue green planet. When they were small we read stories, ate the foods, played the games and celebrated festivals …  Read More…

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Believe in the magic of Christmas again with a party celebrating Chris Van Allsburg’s book The Polar Express.  Read More…

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Strewing means to leave interesting objects, materials, or combinations of things out as a quiet invitation to your child to notice it, touch it, explore it, use it and most importantly, have fun in the process. Kristin offers a ton of ways to invite your children to play using strewing.  Read More…

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Abbie is dreaming about a new play room – she lists ideas for several play areas, and she’s looking for more input!  Read More…

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