Are you concerned about the toxic nature of the furniture, bedding, flooring, and so forth in your kids’ bedrooms? Other parents are in agreement with you, and looking for ways to detoxify the room where their kids spend so much time. Here are some ideas to help you make your kids’ bedrooms a safer, more pleasant place to be.
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“Unschooling” is an interesting term that has a tendency to defy a precise definition. Like “unchaining” or “unleashing,” unschooling is an “un” with a positive connotation.
Essentially, unschooling is an unconventional approach to educating children that does not follow the institutional school model. Unschoolers do not use a traditional curriculum like homeschoolers do. The core belief of unschooling is that children have a natural curiosity and drive to learn – they are always learning and the unschooler’s job is to encourage them. Read the rest of this entry
When you determine to make a change for your family toward a more eco-friendly lifestyle, you may set out on your first eco-friendly shopping trip at your local health food store. And then you see the prices. And then you may question your decision! But don’t worry – there are ways to be an eco-friendly parent without breaking the bank. Here are some tips.
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Most pet owners want their pets to be happy and healthy. While accidents and illness can happen even with the best care, there are some things you can do to give your pet the best chance at a happy, healthy life. Here are some tips.
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When your child becomes a teenager, he or she begins to develop personal identity and individuality. Teaching your teen about green values is therefore a different thing than teaching a young child. Here are some ideas and resources for guiding your teen as to the importance of a green lifestyle.
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