Year: 2025

How To Actually Have A Plastic Free Summer

My plastic-free summer started out with a simple challenge: Plastic Free July. I saw it floating around on Instagram and although it looked inspiring, it was also a little intimidating. Plastic-Free July is a global movement designed to raise...

Easy DIY Activity Planting With Kids: How To Start Seeds in Cartons (Living vs. Nonliving Lesson)

When I teach about living versus nonliving I love to incorporate this easy DIY activity of planting with kids. Planting with kids is such a great hands-on activity for students and it can be done in the spring or the winter. This activity and lesson...

Sustainable Wine Brands You Need To Try ASAP

What are the best sustainable wine brands? I’ve always loved a good glass of wine – the kind that makes you close your eyes and savor the moment. For me, wine has a way of turning ordinary moments into something special. As someone who...

I Tried These Popular Period Panty Brands—Here’s What Actually Worked

I’m sharing the breakdown of the 5 popular period panty brands! I used to dread my period. Every month, like clockwork, my body cycled through the follicular, ovulation, luteal, and—of course—menstruation phases. While the follicular phase is...

How To Reduce Food Waste With These Guaranteed Tips (No Composting!)

You may not have realized it, but you can reduce food waste in a simple, yet impactful way! Plus, it can save money and inspire new culinary adventures! If you’re a home cook or an eco-conscious consumer looking for practical ways to minimize...

The Best Ways To Use Shapes To Teach Kindergarten: Awesome Ideas To Know and Love

Having different ways to utilize shapes to teach kindergarten is one of the first steps in helping my students to better understand geometry, spatial reasoning, and how the world around them is structured. What makes teaching shapes fun is the fact...