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DIY Printable Bug Puppet Craft

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  • Nature Crafts, Spring, Summer
  • Aug 23, 2021
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We made these puppets out of the bug flashcards from Mornings Together. This was a super simple craft with no laminator required! The boys loved carrying these around in the cute coconut bag I thrifted and searching for these bugs in our backyard. We also made a puppet show with them! If you’d like to print…

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Seashell Beeswax Candles

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  • Nature Crafts, Nature Table, Summer
  • Aug 23, 2021
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These Seashell Beeswax Candles are part of a collection of homemade seasonal candles I make to add to our nature tables. In the past I have made Walnut Shell Candles for Winter, and Orange Peel Candles for Summer. Unlike the Walnut Shell Candles, these unfortunately cannot float, which was kind of disappointing! They are very…

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Color Wheels in Nature Activity

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  • Activities, Spring, Summer
  • Aug 22, 2021
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This week we visited our local nature center and attended a nature art class. There are many nature centers run by the county that have free or affordable classes, so be sure to check if there is one available near you! In this class the teacher showed the kids all different kinds of animals and…

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Pinecone Beeswax Bee Nature Craft

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  • Nature Crafts, Nature Table, Seasons, Spring, Summer
  • Aug 22, 2021
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This little Pinecone Beeswax Bee is the latest addition to our nature table. It’s not perfect, but it’s pretty cute! I love to make seasonal nature crafts, especially out of things we have found on our nature walks. I wanted to try to incorporate beeswax in making our little bee, and this is what I…

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Children’s Books about Rain

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  • Resources, Spring, Summer
  • Aug 7, 2021
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There’s nothing better than snuggling up and reading a book on a rainy day. These picture books are a great way to encourage kids to go out and play in the rain, to conquer their fear from storms, or to give them something to do while they wait for the rainclouds to roll over. These…

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Handmade Beeswax Birthday Candles

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  • Nature Crafts, Seasons
  • Jul 20, 2021
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These handmade beeswax birthday candles are so special, and are the perfect keepsake to remember your child’s birthday. These use the same mold as the Beeswax Letters that I’ve shared in the past. The possibilities are endless when it comes to using beeswax and silicone molds. These are a great eco-friendly alternative to resin, and…

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