My six-year-old daughter loves oven roasted Jerusalem artichokes, and that's a good thing, since they have taken over our garden. I call Jerusalem artichokes our survival food, as they grow so easily, spread like wildfire, and are ready for eating throughout the winter and early … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2008
From Inspiration to Action: 18+
A month ago I wrote about a great organization, Roots & Shoots, started by the eminent Jane Goodall. Dr. Goodall understands the need to give children an outlet - to turn their concerns for animals, the environment and other people (social issues) into action that can … [Read more...]
And the Winner is….Carrie of Rhubarb Sky
Congratulations to Carrie for winning our Green to the Letter Giveaway, sponsored by Stubby Pencil Studio. Over the course of a walk in the woods and through our yard, my three year old daughter said this: “The trees the birds the clouds the sky Oh mama isn’t it beautiful? I like … [Read more...]
Baby Einstein Becomes Baby Entertaining…Only.
(See also Jennifer Lance's article posted last month on "edutainment.") Campaign For a Commercial Free Childhood, a coalition of health care professionals, educators, advocacy groups and parents, announced today: As a result of CCFC’s Federal Trade Commission complaint, Baby … [Read more...]
Great Children's Literature: My Mom Hugs Trees
I have to admit, I am a mom who hugs trees. There's even a black and white self-portrait of me hugging a cedar tree in my mother's house. Since before my children were born, I have hiked to a sacred yew tree on my land, hugged it, and said my prayers several times a … [Read more...]
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