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Want, Need, Wear, Read Free Printable Holiday Gift Tags
We love the Want, Need, Wear, Read approach for helping kids prioritize their holiday list. These printable gift tags and holiday wish list (scroll down to download them) will help streamline your...
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Sustainable Gift Wrapping: How to Make Your Own Fabric Gift Bags
Since our super popular post about wrapping gifts sustainably, many of you have asked for a How-To guide for making your own fabric gift bags. So we’re delighted to say… Here it is! We are all about...
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Earth Day Book Spotlight: Kaia and the Bees
Without group gatherings this year, your family’s Earth Day celebration will most likely happen at home. We’re happy to share a charming new book for kids that addresses an environmental issue in a...
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6 Staycations Inspired by Family Favorite Destinations
With the way of the world these days, social distancing, quarantining and all, there’s never been a better reason to plan a staycation. And perhaps one of the upsides here is that you don’t have to...
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30+ Easy, Eco-Friendly Easter Basket Fillers
Easter is just around the bend, so we’re sharing eco-friendly Easter basket fillers you can feel good about and your little ones are sure to enjoy. When we look beyond fake plastic grass and single-use...
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Kids Who Spend More Time in Nature Become Happier Adults, Study Confirms
You don’t really need a study to tell you this, but it’s worth noting the science behind our intuitive guess that kids who spend more time in nature become happier adults. A new study out of Denmark...
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10 Ideas for Celebrating Earth Day Outside
When it comes to celebrating Earth Day with kids, showing is far more impactful than telling. Plan to spend this Earth Day outside, with activities that will stimulate your child’s mind, body, and soul...
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Zonia’s Rain Forest: An enchanting book for Earth Day
Sometimes a book makes a much bigger impact than we realize. The enchanting story of Zonia’s Rain Forest was a big hit with the Green Child kids, and it’s a wonderful title to enjoy for Earth Day....
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Natural, Safe DIY Foaming Hand Soap
DIY foaming hand soap is a great, natural alternative to store-bought hand soaps that are processed with harsh chemicals. Plus, it’s easy to make, affordable, and eliminates waste when you use your...
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How to Celebrate the Autumnal Equinox (First Day of Fall) with Kids
Fall officially begins September 22nd. Here are some books, DIY projects, and plenty of fun first day of Fall activities to meaningfully observe the autumnal equinox with kids. I find myself ever more...
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Healthy Halloween Candy Ideas and Alternatives for a More Green Halloween
If you’re trying to teach your children to be healthy and green, Halloween can be a challenge. After all, is healthy Halloween candy even a thing? Yes, you can still give the kiddos the treats they...
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Deck the Halls Naturally: 5 Steps to Simple Christmas Decor
Holiday decorating is one of those things that can overwhelm this busy time of year. Thankfully it is possible to have a festive home without all the stress with some simple Christmas decor ideas. Less...
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Trim Your Traditions: 10 Ways to Simplify Your Holiday
Long time Green Child contributor and simplicity expert Sandy Kreps shares 10 tips from her new book, Simply Christmas, to help you streamline and simplify your holiday so you can enjoy the season and...
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Light Amidst Darkness: Celebrating the Winter Solstice with Kids
Celebrating the Winter Solstice brings a fun and different way to enjoy a cold day with your little ones. Winter officially begins in the Northern Hemisphere on December 21st. Here are some meaningful...
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DIY & Repurposing Ideas for Kids: How to Reuse Toys and Make Your Own
It’s that time of year when toys are getting circled in seasonal catalogs and coveted play things are getting added to online carts. Boxes upon boxes are being delivered. And you look around and...
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“Gimme, Gimme” How to Manage Your Child’s Expectations for Christmas
If we’re being honest, most parents worry a little about meeting their child’s expectations for Christmas. But when you set guidelines early on (and stick to them) you can enjoy a happy season without...
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The Ultimate Customizable Free Printable Planner – 2022 Update
These free planner printables can be used to create your own planner or added to your existing home organization binder to make it more useful for you. Monthly and weekly planner inserts plus so much...
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30 Merry-Making Things To Do On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day With Kids
It’s the time of year when we get to spend time with family and create memories. But all the holiday hustle leading up to Christmas day—the wrapping of gifts, prepping of meals and cleaning the...
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The Buy Nothing New Challenge
The Buy Nothing New Challenge makes it easier than you think to live simply (and save lots of money) for a month! Whether the start of a New Year or an event like Earth Day, it’s a nice excuse to do a...
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Cold Weather Outdoor Games for Kids
When the temperature drops and the snow starts to fall, you might be tempted to hibernate inside. But these cold weather outdoor games will help you embrace the cold and give your kids the exercise and...
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