MEET THE MOON
The best way to get kids excited about and more in tune with the moon is to get them out there to see her! Try these:1. Sing - Wrap those little ones up, go out, look up and sing, "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star".- The moon also likes to hear "Moon, Moon, Moon," by the Laurie Berkner Band.
2. Take Night Walks- Headlamps ease kids fears and allows them more autonomy and freedom. Here is a great, lightweight headlamp for kids that we use.
- Do a mindful "fox walk" via @kidsrelaxation3. Camp- 3 Tips for Finding Amazing and Free Campsites Anywhere via Bring the Kids- What to Pack for Family Campouts via Outdoorsy Mama- A Beginners Guide to Family Camping via Family Adventures in the Canadian Rockies- Genius Family Camping Space Saving Tips via OutdoorsMom
INVESTIGATE THE MOON
There's so much mystery left in the cosmos, and so many ways to explore it. Here are a few:1. Use Technology- List of incredible astronomy apps. We love Pocket Universe.- Hear a cartoon moon explain his phases.- Best Telescopes for Kids2. Connect - Setting intentions in tune with the moon (can be adapted for kids)- Phases of the moon flip book via deceptively educational- Hand-on and sensory moon activities via learn play imagine
3. ReadHere are some of our favorite moon-inspired books:
CELEBRATE THE MOON
1. Take a Trip!- Did you know there are actually places where the night sky is protected from excessive light? Check out the list of International Dark Sky Places.- 13 Best Places in the U.S. to Star Gaze2. Make Yummy Treats- Phases of the moon explained in Oreos
3. Throw a Party! - 20 Ideas for an Outerspace Party via Artsy Craftsy Mom
FULL MOON PRINT
I'm so excited to share this design and print with you! Following the full moons keeps me in tune with nature, and helps to reset my intentions for that month. My hope was to make something beautiful/useful for you, and to represent the Native American tradition of naming each full moon based on events that were happening at that time in the season.
Click on the link below to have the current year "8x10" printable sent directly to your email. Please note, moon dates are in US Central Standard Time. May you never miss a full moon this year!
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And check with your public library, many across the county checkout telescopes with a library card.
Love this! I’m going to print the moo chart out and hang it my youngest’ room :)
LOVE it! It is even more creative & colorful than the one I created: http://pocketmousepublishing.com/2016/01/23/full-moon-walks-2016/
I also highly recommend the book Moon Child by Nadia Krilanovich!
~Lee