Category: Our Story

  • Growing Butterflies

    Growing Butterflies From Caterpillars The Same Activity at Two and Five Some activities are worth coming back to. Growing butterflies from caterpillars has been one of those activities for us. We first did it when Ben was two, using a butterfly kit from Insect Lore. They provided the caterpillars, food and enclosure, and we spent… Continue reading

  • Wild Garlic Picking

    Wild Garlic Picking and Campfire Flatbreads There is something really lovely about finding food growing outdoors, especially when children can see, smell, touch, and then actually eat something they have helped to collect. This week, we went out looking for wild garlic. It is one of those plants that feels quite magical when you find… Continue reading

  • What to pack for the beach

    I have learnt that you do not need to take half the house to the beach. Although, somehow, with children, it can still feel like you have. For a beach day with a baby and a young child, I like to keep things practical. You do not need lots of toys or planned activities. Most… Continue reading