The great thing about hikes in the Everglades is that many are short and flat! Which means that many Everglades trails are great for families with kids or for anyone else looking for easy Everglades National Park hikes. Here are … Read More
When I was pregnant with our oldest, Dan had a work trip to San Diego and I tagged along. It was such a delightful little babymoon and we loved exploring the city. But even after living in the Bay Area … Read More
I realized a couple days ago that this is our sixth year of doing summer fun club, or our family summer bucket list for kids! It’s been such a fun way for us to have some low-key and fun goals … Read More
Join us we learn about New Zealand with kids! During this virtual tour of New Zealand for kids, we’ll enjoy fun and inspiring New Zealand activities. This New Zealand virtual field trip as part of the Global Children’s Book Club … Read More
Featured New Zealand Food Recipe: Recipe: Parāoa Parai (Maori fry bread) Image via Maimoa.nz Other Simple New Zealand Recipes Pavlova Southland cheese roll
New Zealand Movement Activities New Zealand Folk Dance and Songs Play: Children’s New Zealand Folk Games Māori children’s play Māori children traditionally played a wide range of games such as: Teka (darts), tī rākau (stick games), whai (string games), pouturu … Read More
These New Zealand art activities are wonderful for getting to know New Zealand leaders and creators, and learning from their gifts and style. Keep reading until the end for some virtual field trips to some amazing museums in New Zealand! … Read More
Facts About New Zealand New Zealand Basic Facts Official Name: New Zealand/Aotearoa (Maori) Form of Government: Parliamentary democracy Capital: Wellington Population: 4,545,627 Money: New Zealand dollar New Zealand is a remote, mountainous group of islands in the southeastern Pacific Ocean. … Read More
June 2022 Global Children’s Book Club Discussion Schedule AUTHOR READ ALOUD AVAILABLE ALL MONTH (see below): New Zealand Picture Book: The Seven Stars of Matariki by Toni Rolleston-Cummins (Author) Nikki Slade-Robinson (Illustrator)Tuesday, 6/21: Recipe Cook AlongTuesday, 6/28: Chapter book discussion on Instagram … Read More
I can’t wait to read Across the Risen Sea together for the June 2022 Global Children’s Book Club! Here are some places where you can find a copy: Where to Find Across the Risen Sea As always, be sure to … Read More
Welcome to LPF Weekly Deals! These are our favorite, tried-and-true travel gear and home life items that have stood the test of time. With 7 people in our home or when we travel, we try to only purchase items that … Read More
Monday: Memorial Day! Chickpea burgers Grilled pepper/zucchini/red onion skewers Grilled corn & baby potatoes Watermelon & pineapple Frozen coconut limeade Tuesday: N cooking: caprese sandwiches Wednesday: Black bean tacos with roasted jalapeno pineapple salsa Thursday: K cooking: Hummus with tomato/cucumber … Read More
