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Nature Study: Why Skunks Are Good For Gardens!

As parents, we often teach our children to avoid certain creatures in the garden, like skunks, due to their pungent odor and reputation for mischief. However, what if I told you that these striped critters are actually unsung heroes in the garden ecosystem?  In this blog, we'll explore why skunks are beneficial for your garden and why they deserve our appreciation. Skunks as Gardeners 1. Natural Pest Control Skunks have a voracious appetite for many garden pests that can wreak havoc on your plants. They are especially fond of insects like beetles, grubs, caterpillars, and even small rodents like mice and voles. By preying on these pests, skunks help keep their populations in check, reducing the need for harmful chemical pesticides. 2. Soil Aeration Believe it or not, skunks are great gardeners! Their habit of digging for food helps aerate the soil, allowing oxygen and nutrients to penetrate deeper, which promotes healthier plant growth. Additionally, their digging can help expose a
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5 Games For Word Recognition & Early Literacy

Who said learning new vocabulary and learning how to read had to be all rote, flash cards and boring? No one did...



Aside from making learning fun, these games also teach turn-taking, perseverance and character. (There is something to be said about gracefully accepting a loss and trying again).


So here you have five fun, family friendly games for learning new words!


Scrabble Junior. For the scrabble loving parent/caregiver. It’s a great way to introduce your child to your favourite game. It’s a little different from the original but very straightforward for kiddies 3 years and upwards.


Zingo. It’s bingo but with words and pictures so that even the littles ones (2 years and up) can get involved. The cool little zinger also adds another dimension of play, surprise and fun. 


Charades for Kids. Who doesn’t love a word game that has action? This fun family game has an easy level with pictures and words so that even the little ones can test out their acting skills. It may take a few tries for them to understand the concept of keeping the word/action a secret. 

Go Fish Alphabet Word Cards. There are a few different kinds on the market but you can also make your own at home. It’s a great way to introduce your little ones to the joys of card games.


Sequence for kids. A fun simple board game and a seamless way for your little animal lover to learn animal names/words. 


What word games do you enjoy playing with your little ones? 👇🏾
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