pumpkin worksheets for elementary school
‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything. From pumpkin muffins to pumpkin spice hand soap–yes, that’s a thing, and it’s currently sitting on my bathroom counter. It smells great, by the way. So today I finally have some worksheets that I have been wanting to whip up for years. Why did it take me so long […]
Knott’s Scary Farm: everything you need to know
This blog post has been updated for 2025. Although Halloween is not my favorite holiday, I do enjoy it quite a bit. The fun and spooky decorations, pumpkin-flavored treats, and the scent of fall it the air. One of my favorite things about Halloween though? Theme parks at this time of year. Knott’s Scary Farm […]
what’s the best fall family travel destination?
Fall is one of my favorite times to travel together as a family. Crowds are usually lower and weather is often ideal. Now that we no longer homeschool and I have a child in high school (how?!), traveling when school is in session is a little trickier. We have a couple little overnights planned, but […]
pumpkin crafts for kids and adults
The official start of fall is only about a week away and with it comes all things pumpkin! I’m almost ready to accept that summer is over, even if the northern California weather isn’t. Today I’m sharing a roundup of some great pumpkin crafts that will help you welcome the spooky season with your family. […]
Olympic National Park with kids
On this summer’s epic road trip our family crossed the last two national parks on the west coast off our list. Visiting Olympic National Park with kids was a fun experience. If you’ve never been before, it’s a really unique park! Keep reading for what makes this national park so special, as well as our […]