Nature with Kids

This week you'll hear from several moms who will be sharing some joys, challenges and tips about exploring nature with children at different ages, from babies, toddlers, and preschoolers all the way to tweens and teenagers.

Thank you so much to the moms who shared! (You can follow up with some of them on Instagram by clicking on their names.)

• Christa
• Kellie
• Rebecca
• Skye
• Jennifer
• Erika
• Crystal

Mentioned in this episode:

• @NatureWithKidsPodcast on Instagram
• Seek Wholly Living - Christa's podcast with hope and joy for moms
• Palo Duro Canyon State Park in Texas
• Discovering Mommyhood - Rebecca's blog with fun, free preschool ideas
• Huntington Gardens in Pasadena
• Frederick Meijer Sculpture Gardens in Michigan

In the Nature with Kids Fall episode, we're talking all about exploring nature with kids in the autumn season.  We'll talk about what parts of the world are even experiencing fall right now, how we can observe nature in the season, and you'll hear from some other parents about how their families enjoy autumn nature together. Plus my favorite drink to bring with me on our nature adventures, and we'll be hearing from a few more Nature Kids.

Mentioned in this episode:

• On the Same Day in March: A Tour of the World's Weather
• my Instagram post about teaching children about wildfires
• Nature Anatomy by Julia Rothman
• printable fall nature scavenger hunt
• another printable fall nature scavenger hunt
• SimpleBites Harvest Meal idea
• beeswax candle rolling kit
• the Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree by Gail Gibbons
• The Apple Pie Tree by Zoe Hall
• Mousekins Thanksgiving by Edna Miller
• How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World by Marjorie Priceman
• Flora's Very Windy Day by Jeanine Birdsall
• Red Leaf Yellow Leaf by Lois Ehlert
• Brambly Hedge collection
• Anne of Green Gables
• Sophie Mouse: The Maple Festival by Poppy Green
• Autumn across America by Edwin Teale
• The Fall of the Year by Dallas Lore Sharp
• A Field Guide to the Familiar: Learning to Observe the Natural World
• more fall books
• super healthy, delicious chocolate protein smoothie that doesn't taste like grass from Mel's Kitchen Cafe
• To record your child's nature experience, go to speakpipe.com/naturewithkids

For photos, more detailed show notes, and a complete transcript of this episode, visit naturewithkidspodcast.com/3

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This episode talks about the reasons we might get out in nature with our families, including both the logical "head" reasons and emotional "heart" ones. I share how my cancer diagnosis as a mom of young children that affected how much time I spend in nature with them. I recommend a new TV show I've been enjoying with my daughters, and we get to hear from our younger listeners in our first NatureKids segment.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Send me your questions and show topic ideas through the Nature with Kids website. 
• Follow on Instagram: @naturewithkidspodcast
• Harvard Health article on benefits of nature for our health
• Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children From Nature Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv
• Balanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident and Capable Children by Angela Hanscom
• The Magic of Disney's Animal Kingdom 

For photos, more detailed show notes, and a complete transcript of this episode, visit: https://naturewithkidspodcast.com/why-explore-nature-kids

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In this episode, I'm sharing about my own journey from a child who hated being outside to a mom who loves spending time in nature with her children. I share some tips along the way, including how to find friends to adventure with and how to help your child (or yourself!) dealing with fears about something in nature. I'm also recommending our family's favorite beautifully-illustrated nature books. You'll hear an introduction to the podcast, what you can expect in upcoming episodes, and how your child can be featured in a future episode.

Mentioned in this episode: 

• sign up to receive an email each week about the latest episode of the Nature with Kids Podcast
• homeschool moms can find nature groups at BeWildandFree.org
• Nature Anatomy series by Julia Rothman
• Atlas of Animal Adventures
• The Variety of Life by Nicola Davies
• The Big Book series by Yuvall Zommer
• Diane Hutts Aston's books: A Seed is Sleepy, A Butterfly is Patient

Photos, more detailed show notes, and a complete transcript of this episode are available at: naturewithkidspodcast.com/three-ways-i-transformed-into-a-nature-loving-mom

Disclosure: Some links on this page are affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through the link. I recommend these products/companies because I have used them, liked them, and think others may too... not because of the small commissions I might make. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

In this two-minute preview, you’ll hear what you can expect from the Nature with Kids podcast. 

“As parents, we know time in nature is important. In a world full of to-do lists, busy schedules, and the allure of screen time, exploring nature offers our families something better. We get to be active, reduce stress, and spend quality time together. In nature, our children can play, explore, build confidence, and experience adventures. We know how good time in nature is for all of us. But, sometimes it can be hard to make it happen.”