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…

Listening to nature is such an important skill for children and adults alike. When we can explore the outdoors, the time spent is very valuable, stopping and listening to the world around us. Be sure to do your sound walks in different seasons so you can truly experience the beauty of each time of year in the outdoors.…

Is there anything more delightful than watching a child in a state of wonder? Engaging your senses enhances the experience of being in nature.  It is so important to give children opportunities to be in nature, to explore the outside. Nature engages different parts of the brain and allows for growing and learning, all while…