by wilderchild | Aug 5, 2016
One of the constants in my life right now are my three and a half year old’s questions. From the moment we wake up until her head hits the pillow, they come pouring out. How do spiders spin their webs? Can you drink donkey milk? What’s the future? What is...
by wilderchild | Jun 20, 2016
Happy Summer for those of you in North America! Over here we’re all set to have an amazing season. Free play is the cornerstone of our time in nature, but it’s also nice to have an overarching plan (even if it’s just to loosely guide us). This summer...
by wilderchild | Feb 19, 2016
I have to admit, I get a little anxious for Spring this time of year. To center myself and stay in the moment, I decided to embrace what’s left of the season by making snow mandalas! We tapped the maple trees and temperatures look like they are going to be high...
by wilderchild | Jan 22, 2016
The moon is such a powerful, accessible tool for learning and growth. Here are a few moon activities, lessons and resources to help you and your family learn more about and connect to the moon and night sky. Plus stick around to get your free printable of the 2016...
by wilderchild | Jan 11, 2016
Temperatures are dropping and it feels like winter has officially arrived. Here in Michigan that means more fun in the snow with the kids! We started out as usual, with my daughter wandering off on her own to do some free play without mom hovering around (I’m...
by wilderchild | Dec 22, 2015
We’ve gone a little nuts for birds over here. We decorate edible Christmas trees for them and throw them birthday parties. Now we’ve made them their very own gingerbread house! The goal for us was not only to create something beautiful for the animals, but...