Dear Friends, As the winter chill sets in and the first flakes of snow begin to fall, we are thrilled to announce the release of our newest book, The Adventures of and the Little Red Truck in Winter.  This delightful tale takes our beloved characters- Nonna, her adventure seeking grandchild, and Nonna’s two loyal, four-legged friends,…

When the air becomes crisper, the leaves crunch noisily underneath our boot covered feet, and the air has a smoky smell in the air from bonfires we know that fall has arrived. We think about pumpkin patches, turning our orange choices into scary or funny face masterpieces, scarecrow making with over stuffed materials. The crisp,…

I find having purpose to activities outside allows for excitement to build and adventures to come upon us. When you head out to pick berries and the children know there is jam coming after all their work, the curiosity builds. How will we make the jam? How long does it take? When can we eat…

If you want to truly know what nature has to offer, take children with you. Their little eyes search and seek out the minute details to share with you. There expressions of excitement overflow and are quite contagious. Whenever I take a walk in nature with my grandchildren, I am amazed at all the items…

Taking a moon hike can be a unique and unforgettable experience. Not only is it a great way to explore the great outdoors, but it can also provide a new perspective on the natural world around us. Here are some of the benefits of taking a moon hike, as well as what you might see,…

Hope you find wonderful activities within the pages of my book The Adventures of Nonna and the Little Red Truck in Summertime I wanted to write about this topic because spending time with grandparents can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience for both grandchildren and grandparents. In fact, research has shown that there are many…

Spending time with kids in the community is not only a great way to bond with them, but it’s also an opportunity to create fun memories and help them develop social skills. Here are some activities that parents and grandparents can do with kids in their community: Nature walks and hikes – Take kids on…

Can you imagine all the amazing items there are to touch on a nature walk?   This is a wonderful world of discovery for you and your child alike to explore. Nature is a window to so many textures, waiting for you to bring your curiosity. When you dig your fingers into the earth, what does…

Hearing: There is much to uncover in the woods, and amazing sounds to capture as you slowly walk through the greenery and tall trees. There is so much magic that is whispered among the trees, and if you open your ears you will be sure to uncover more of that magic. Each species of tree…

Can you smell that? A common question we may ask while we are exploring the outdoors with our children. Walking fields or forests, mountains or creeks the amount of smells is endless. When we take our time to breath deeply, meditate on the smells and truly work to identify them, we are becoming a part…