by Signe Anderson | Jun 28, 2018 | Explore, Say-n-Play Summer
1. Take A Walk! We often make the mistake of thinking of nature as being synonymous with wilderness, and forget that even city sidewalks and public parks offer fertile ground for fostering a nature connection. The puddles in the gutter, the dandelion growing through a...
by Signe Anderson | Jan 8, 2018 | Explore, Exploring Columbus
The first 3 months of the year are generally the longest for me, as I’m sure they are for everyone else. Below, I have listed 40 great ways to beat the winter blues in Columbus. These outings are perfect for children of all ages, but especially geared for those...
by Signe Anderson | Nov 24, 2017 | Explore
The holiday season has begun and Christmas lights are everywhere. I have updated our Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt from a few years ago to make it more user friendly for those pre-readers. If you are interested in the written list click here. To take part in the...
by Signe Anderson | Nov 1, 2017 | Explore, Exploring Columbus
Children learn by observing adults, even when those adults aren’t intentionally trying to teach them anything. Have you seen your child pretend to talk on the phone, pretend to do their makeup, or pretend to wash dishes in the play kitchen? I have many times and...
by Signe Anderson | Oct 19, 2017 | Columbus Guide, Explore, Exploring Columbus
Inniswood Metro Gardens is located within a scenic nature preserve in Westerville, Ohio. There are trails and paths that lead you through woods and several theme gardens, past streams and ever changing flowers. We love making the trip to Inniswoods periodically...
by Signe Anderson | Sep 14, 2017 | Explore, Play at Home
Recently, we received a special delivery from Doughberry and I am now excited to share our experience through a product review. Doughberry was created by a Seattle mama who set out to make the softest, silkiest and most imaginative playdough in all the land. And...