8 Things to do with Kids at Devils Lake State Park

8 Things to do with Kids at Devils Lake State Park

As you enter the park you navigate down a twisting, winding drive through towering trees and gradually the large, clear blue lake starts to peek through until you finally round the corner at the base of the hill. There, just beyond a green space, sits 

Mill City Museum

Mill City Museum

Looking for a unique field trip in the Twin Cities area? The Mill City Museum is a fascinating way to explore history, water, baking and more. It is a museum erected in footprint of an old flourmill in Minneapolis.  Admission to the museum gets you 

Preschool Firefighter Unit

Preschool Firefighter Unit

As adults we like to rush through our days as quickly as possible checking things off our to-do list, but sometimes children can teach us why we need to slow down. I learned a little about this a couple weeks ago.  We were at German 

The Bakken Museum in the Twin Cities with Kids

The Bakken Museum in the Twin Cities with Kids

I’m excited to have Rebecca Nutter guest posting today to share a STEM related field trip in the Twin Cities area. If your child is curious about electricity or magnetism, this is an awesome place to explore. (Guest post from Rebecca Nutter) Ever since we 

Rainy Day Walk

Rainy Day Walk

Stuck inside on another rainy day? Head outside for a rainy day walk. We have gone for many walks after the rain. Let’s face it – splashing in puddles is one of the happiest things ever. However, on a warmer day, sometimes it is fun 

Fire Hydrant Walk

Fire Hydrant Walk

Fire fighters and fire trucks are fascinating for toddlers. What’s not to love? Everything about them is loud and red and exciting. One of our favorite field trips (that we’ve repeated the most) is the Fire Station. For weeks after we played fire fighter and 

Listening Walk with Toddlers

Listening Walk with Toddlers

Toddlers and Preschoolers learn about the world through their senses. This easy adventure is a fun way to practice your child’s sense of listening. Let’s go for a listening walk! affiliate links are included below. Beforehand: Read a book such as LISTEN by Gabi Snyder. 

Winter Lights Walk with Toddlers

Winter Lights Walk with Toddlers

As soon as daylight savings hits, our little ones are fascinated by the darkness each evening and possibly more so by the lights that shine through. Many winter holidays focus on adding light to the darkness of winter. Taking a walk around your neighborhood or