On my many outings to the bookstore over the years, I’ve wondered why the quality of children’s activity books seems to be on the decline. You’ve probably come across the type of activity book I’m ...

Encouraging children to get outside in nature has always been a priority of mine, both as a parent and as a staff writer here at Treehugger. But this year it feels more urgent than ever. We've spent ...

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There are only so many things you can do to keep the little ones occupied inside before they start driving you crazy. From books and board games to caving to TV time, they get bored fast even if ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Children are invited to unplug and explore the outdoors with the new “Explorer Club Activity Book.” The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation ...

As parents, we love buying our kids books, or borrowing them from the library, because we think they are educational. But what if a book could also be inspirational, help engage them in subjects they ...