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9 Tips for Raising Lifelong Learners
I love it when I hear kids ask questions – “How many stars are in the sky?” Those thought-provoking questions show that they’re becoming more interested in the world around them. It’s important to...
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Take A Hike
My wife Vickie and I recently returned from Estes Park, Colorado, where we spent close to a week doing nothing but hiking trails through the gorgeous Rocky Mountains. These were all pre-approved, well...
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The Hidden Treasures of Geocaching
Before my sister-in-law’s visit a couple months ago, I had no idea what geocaching was. Do we need a map? What are we “caching” exactly? But her description both intrigued and amused me: Geocaching is...
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Backyard Science—The Secrets of Winter Trees
Here in the Northern Hemisphere, deciduous trees stand quietly waiting to be dressed in spring clothes. The air is quiet. Perhaps there is snow. It is time to walk among the winter trees and see what...
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Infographic: States of Matter
All around us, water is constantly changing states. Learn more about the various states of matter with this fun infographic, perfect for the classroom or home. To download and print it, click the image...
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Why Dogfoose? Why not?
I’m asked this question a lot. The moniker for my website is Dogfoose.com, and before you feel the need to ask, no, it’s not a word. Not a real one anyway. Whenever I chance to search for it on any one...
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7 Ways to Turn a Book into an Adventure
Reading a book is a wonderful way to travel the world, visit new places and learn about things unknown. There are so many fun adventures and outings that can be started with a book. Be Creative Kids...
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Snow Day!
Just as we humans experience days when our bodies force us to call in sick, every once in a while nature says enough is enough, and a snow day is declared. It is said that the Inuit, a group of...
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Music and the Mind
We’re not exactly what you would call a “musical” family. But over the years, my husband and I have tried to include music in our daughters’ lives. Baby Mozart was bathtime music. We had toy musical...
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Take Something Apart!
As is typically the case, I am one of those persons who feels compelled to take ownership of the newest, coolest, nerdiest (priciest !!) gadgets whenever technology deems that—whatever it is that I now...
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Backyard Science: Fun with Squirrels
A few days ago, my kids called me out into the family room. A marauder had figured out how to navigate up the side of the house and into our bird feeder that is hanging by suction cups from a window....
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7 Ways to Enhance Learning on Family Vacations
Vacations and family outings are wonderful ways to introduce children to new places and interests. Take advantage of that time away from home — try a unique activity that allows kids to connect with a...
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5 “Non-electronic” Activities for Kids
Recently, my kids have noticed the latest craze among students at their school: kendamas. A kendama is a Japanese wooden toy with two different size cups on either side of a spike, with a ball...
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Infographic: How a Bottle Gets Recycled
Have you ever wondered what happens to a bottle after you toss it into the recycling bin? Find out how a bottle gets recycled with this fascinating infographic, perfect to help you celebrate Earth...
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Backyard Science: Weather’s Whims
I think a lot about weather this time of year. Mostly my thoughts run along the lines of “please, can we just have a little sun today!” Friends in Colorado and other drought-stricken regions are...
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Letting the Kids Take Ownership
When I was little, it seemed that I had a penchant for blank pages. Along with an overwhelming desire to draw on anything that would stand still long enough, I also became quite taken with, ummm, pages...
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It’s All Greek to Me
Do you have a child who is crazy about Greek mythology? Maybe they became a fan of mythology after reading The Lightning Thief or during a recent history class at school. Take advantage of this...
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Turning Violet Violet
Stand back a bit and scan the produce section of your grocery store. Ask your child to name the colors she sees. Green is probably most noticeable. Maybe there is some orange, red and yellow. How...
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Backyard Science: How Do They Know It’s Spring?
A progression of natural events heralds the transition from winter to spring. If you’re like me, you point these out to the kids with excitement. Look! A bulb shoot peeks up from a blanket of snow....
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Motivation in Motion
For the most part, my oldest daughter has always been what some may consider a “motivated” or “driven” child. However, I’m noticing that in her pre-teen years, she’s slipping ever so slightly. Over the...
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