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Educate Kids With Local Green Adventures

Sara Novak

By Sara Novak
Columbia, SC, USA | Wed Oct 22 12:10:00 EDT 2008

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Sometimes entertaining the kids at home just isn't working. Keeping the kids entertained means they're much easier to deal with and nap time doesn't become a dramatic mess. But picking educational activities is so important. Why not show your kids the important role that Mother Nature plays in their daily lives? Here are some awesome ideas for CHEAP green field trips.

  • Check out the botanical gardens in your area. They are usually pretty impressive and a great way to show your kids a huge variety of vegetation and teach them about plants that they may not have seen before.

  • Head out to your favorite local farms and introduce your kids to the farmers. Have them ask questions about the way things are grown and what grows well in their area. This is also an awesome opportunity for you to get to know your local farmers so you can ensure you're buying the best Mother Nature has to offer.

  • Take your kids to a local organic dairy so they can learn how high quality dairy is produced. Teach them about the cheese making process. This way they will learn to appreciate high quality foods and why it's important to buy the best. Teach them what organic means and why it's important to them.

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