Contributed by Jocelyn Pierce, local mom and Founder/Lead Learner of the Nature Skills Cooperative The facts are in: nature play provides TONS of advantages for kids. Time spent playing outside positively impacts kids in just about every way possible. It improves cognitive development, helps them grow strong bones and muscles leading to better balance and…
Are you ready to make the biggest and best bubbles you have ever seen!?! These homemade bubbles are NOT the same as the bubble solution you buy in a store! 🫧 Try this simple recipe that only requires three ingredients: Put the soft water, dish soap, and sugar into the bucket. SLOWLY mix the solution (if…
Looking for ideas for a date night or family night!? The Milford Drive In (one of only 3 operating Drive In theaters in NH!) offers movies for everyone! They have showings every night, outside on the big screens. You can pull your car right up and watch your favorite movie! Cost is $33.00 per vehicle…allowing…
Try this fun and super easy STEM (Science Technology Engineering Art Math) activity with your kids with just a few simple supplies you probably already have at home! You will need: Follow these simple directions for the Rainbow walking water science experiment from Fun Learning for Kids that includes a simple recording sheet. **suggestion…put the…
Cold weather got you cooped up inside with your kids? That usually means they’ve got some energy to burn! Maybe mom and dad do too!? Pull up one of these great Dance Songs for Kids from Preschool inspirations on your TV or iPad and have a family dance party!! Music has been shown to stimulate…
Wondering where there are good sledding hills nearby? Head to one of these local spots for a great day of family fun! ❄️🛷 * Behind Jacques Elementary School in Milford (small hill with a quick walk back to the top…good for little ones), 9 Elm St., Milford * Carnival Hill in Wilton (large hill with…
Our Journey from too boring to too busy to just right. When we first moved to Milford I loved the small-town vibe. I dragged my toddler to all of the different activities I could find. Fast forward to this past fall, after having my second son we were in a total rut. Some weeks we…
Are you looking for budget friendly holiday gift ideas for your little nature lover? Check out this great list with included links that will help inspire their creativity and sense of adventure, while encouraging outdoor play and connection with nature…Budget friendly gift ideas for kids who love nature from Get the Kids Outside.
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM learning happens naturally everyday as children explore, play, and try new things. But there are many activities that you can do together that promote STEAM learning. Exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math have many benefits for kids; it inspires creativity, engages all types of…
The Easter Bunny may be good at hiding eggs, but your kids will think you’re magicians when they see you can make, and bounce, a ‘rubber’ egg! This fun and easy experiment uses only three common kitchen items: white vinegar 1 or 2 eggs a clear plastic or glass jar with a lid For detailed…