What Happened When Hover Mom Took the Day Off?

by wilderchild | May 6, 2016

On a recent trip to visit my husband’s family in Colorado, I brought along Angela Hanscom’s new book, “Balanced and Barefoot, How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident and Capable Children.” Her life-altering words and...

10 Things Kids Should See Their Parents Doing Outside

by wilderchild | Apr 17, 2016

Anyone who has spend time in the presence of children knows how perceptive, alive and tuned into the world they are. Our fear, resilience, empathy – it all gets integrated and informs who they are becoming. The best way inspire a love of nature in our kids is...

The Garden Classroom Book Review

by wilderchild | Apr 8, 2015

I’ve always viewed gardening as more of an intuitive, emotional process. But, as I work on evolving our homestead and garden into an educational space, I have been seeking out more intentional approaches and guides. During my search, one book stood out for its...

Our Favorite Children’s Book for Spring!

by wilderchild | Mar 9, 2015

March is here and I just had to introduce you to, “Crinkle, Crackle, Crack: It’s Spring!” by Marion Dane Bauer, Illustrated by John Shelley. Honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever read a children’s book quite like this one. The...

Introducing The Wilder Child Book Club

by wilderchild | Feb 16, 2015

Reading and nature – what a match made in heaven! The Berenstain Bears, Where the Wild Things Are, Island of the Blue Dolphins – these are the stories that inspired my youth and transformed my world.  Now I’m blessed to be reading with my own...

10 Fall Inspired Journal Prompts for Older Kids

by wilderchild | Oct 14, 2014

My daughter is only two, so I tend to get somewhat caught up in activities that fit her abilities and age group. Sadly though, it’s often the older kids that need more inspiration to get outside. The little ones have an innate sense of wonder and excitement for...