Image: Kalyn's Kitchen 1. African-inspired vegetarian crockpot soup with peanut butter, chile, brown rice and lentils Provided a peanut allergy isn't an issue, this sumptuous and hearty soup from Kalyn's Kitchen has all the makings of a family favorite. The recipe does call for a fair slug of chile, so adjust...
You may have never considered vacationing on a farm, but did you know farm stays are available the world over? If you love the great outdoors, basing yourself at a farm stay whether you holiday in the U.S. or overseas could be the perfect holiday option for the whole family. You'll gain great insight into the...
Maybe it's the carefree, dreamy vibe we feel whenever we see pictures of treehouses -- or our not-so-secret desire to purge all of our excess stuff and live minimally. Whatever the reason, these 12 treehouses will give you a major case of wanderlust -- and the desire to live off the ground and among the birds....
One of the hardest things to give up when becoming vegan (or trying to eat less animal-based foods) is cheese. There are several yummy vegan cheese options available now, but making your own raw nut cheese is easy and healthy, so give it a try! I first had raw, vegan nut cheese at a shi-shi raw restaurant in New...
If you have a budding scientist on your hands, you no doubt appreciate watching their wide-eyed discovery of the natural world and their efforts to unlock the mysteries of the universe. You also probably hear the words, "But, why?" a lot! Below we've gathered 10 tried-and-true science experiments, with something...
Giving beloved childhood comfort foods a healthier twist is a passion of ours, so we decided to put our own spin on the classic chocolate and peanut butter cup candy. In our version, two layers of chocolate are studded with quinoa -- in between is a gooey, creamy salted caramel-like filling made from dates and...
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New trends in education are always cropping up as countries compete to foster and produce the smartest, most promising students. But the measures to determine “success” and “intelligence” are often controversial standardized tests and don’t take into account the general mental, social, and physical well-being...
New trends in education are always cropping up as countries compete to foster and produce the smartest, most promising students. But the measures...
Children (and even adults) learn best and retain more vital information when all of their senses are active and engaged. That said, a water or sand table, or "sensory table" or bin is the perfect way to enlighten and entertain your little one for hours of creative, educational play. Your sensory table can be...
Children (and even adults) learn best and retain more vital information when all of their senses are active and engaged. That said, a water...
If you are looking for something filling, juicy and a bit greasy to fill your sandwiches, look no further than cauliflower 'steaks.' But don't worry, this delicious plant-based version of the traditional meat steaks doesn't look or taste at all like animal meat. First we grilled the 'steaks' -- or slabs if you...
If you are looking for something filling, juicy and a bit greasy to fill your sandwiches, look no further than cauliflower 'steaks.' But don't...
Most families have plenty of cardboard laying around the house just begging to be recycled or put to good use, which is one reason cardboard crafts for kids are so awesome. Cardboard is easy to work with, inexpensive and endlessly adaptable, giving your kids a great medium with which to stretch their creativity...
Most families have plenty of cardboard laying around the house just begging to be recycled or put to good use, which is one reason cardboard...
Hello faithful Inhabitots readers! We have an important announcement to make. We are moving back home to live with mom. We will be moving all of our wonderful kid-related, green design and parenting stories back to our mother site, Inhabitat, so that we can more easily manage our websites and content. After the...
Hello faithful Inhabitots readers! We have an important announcement to make. We are moving back home to live with mom. We will be moving all...
After leaving her position as a scientist in Tasmania, Sonia Singh, artist, illustrator and mom of a young toddler, took on a new project, Tree Change Dolls, that gives old dolls a new lease on life. Singh finds used dolls in poor condition at various thrift shops, then she rehabilitates them with classy "makeunders."...
After leaving her position as a scientist in Tasmania, Sonia Singh, artist, illustrator and mom of a young toddler, took on a new project, Tree...
Our kids climb all over us all day long: while waiting to pick up big brother at school, in line at the grocery store, even at the park despite there being loads of available play equipment. The moral of this story: you may want to go ahead and invest in AthleTitti, a rope vest created by a Japanese student graduating...
Our kids climb all over us all day long: while waiting to pick up big brother at school, in line at the grocery store, even at the park despite...
Lactation Cookie Ingredients Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 1/2 cup organic butter softened 1 cup organic cane sugar 2 tbs organic blackstrap molasses 4 tbs warm water 2 tbs organic flaxseed meal 2 tbs wheat germ 1 organic egg 1 tsp organic vanilla 1/2 cup organic oat flour 1/2...
Lactation Cookie Ingredients Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 1/2 cup organic butter softened 1 cup organic cane sugar 2 tbs organic...
Voltz began his expert model building with skills honed from his years working as a commercial prop designer for film. Having to make structures of all sizes for different shoots, the artist decided to focus on the scaled-down, and to create a new way to view typical plants by challenging perspective. Using...
Voltz began his expert model building with skills honed from his years working as a commercial prop designer for film. Having to make structures...
The most clever party favor my son has ever received was from a boy with an architect mom and sculptor dad. Yet the gift was more kitschy than Kahn, more crafty than Chihuly. In other words, it was perfect for a kid: a tiny DIY snow globe encased in a reused baby food jar (he's a big brother). Read on for instructions...
The most clever party favor my son has ever received was from a boy with an architect mom and sculptor dad. Yet the gift was more kitschy than...
1. Gather the ingredients 1 cup of oatmeal 2/3 cup of coconut flakes 1/2 cup of peanut butter 1/2 cup of flaxseeds 1/2 cup chocolate chips 1/3 cup of maple syrup 1 tsp. of vanilla extract 2. Activate the flaxseeds Leave flaxseeds for at least an hour in water and drain. The gooey...
1. Gather the ingredients 1 cup of oatmeal 2/3 cup of coconut flakes 1/2 cup of peanut butter 1/2 cup of flaxseeds 1/2 cup chocolate...
1. Volunteer. “Everybody can be great. Because anybody can serve.” King worked tirelessly for a number of causes including civil rights and poverty issues. Make Martin Luther King Jr. Day (or any other day) a day of service in his honor. Pick an activity your children will enjoy to ensure their enthusiasm...
1. Volunteer. “Everybody can be great. Because anybody can serve.” King worked tirelessly for a number of causes including civil rights...
Inspired by action figures and toys from his youth, Stelios Mousarris’ designed a new coffee table that combines the carefree spirit of childhood, with just really cool design. Five retro-style wooden rockets are caught mid-launch, seeming to propel upward from 3D printed bulbous exhaust bases. The best part...
Inspired by action figures and toys from his youth, Stelios Mousarris’ designed a new coffee table that combines the carefree spirit of childhood,...
1. Gather the ingredients. For the lemon and sea salt version: 10-12 brussels sprouts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp fresh lemon juice 1/2 tsp lemon zest 1/2 tsp sea salt pinch of freshly ground black pepper For the Italian version: 10-12 brussels sprouts 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 tsp balsamic...
1. Gather the ingredients. For the lemon and sea salt version: 10-12 brussels sprouts 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp fresh lemon juice ...
Caramel Coloring That sounds rather innocuous, doesn't it? I mean, all you really need to do to make homemade caramel is to reduce sugar to a syrup, right? You wouldn't want to have too much of that, but aside from elevated blood sugar, it's not all that harmful. That said, "caramel coloring" is a totally different...
Caramel Coloring That sounds rather innocuous, doesn't it? I mean, all you really need to do to make homemade caramel is to reduce sugar to...
The Blooms initially intended to simply help the magpie get back on her feet, and release her back into the wild. But nurturing formed a bond between the bird and the Blooms that has kept Penguin coming back each day to spend time with them. Because of the Bloom’s love and affection, their feathered friend has...
The Blooms initially intended to simply help the magpie get back on her feet, and release her back into the wild. But nurturing formed a bond...
1. Metabolic Support Coconut oil contains medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that are delivered directly to the liver to provide an immediate source of energy. This means the body uses it right away, instead of storing it as fat. That’s why coconut oil can actually aid in weight loss. 2. Fights Yeast Rashes Coconut...
1. Metabolic Support Coconut oil contains medium chain fatty acids (MCFAs) that are delivered directly to the liver to provide an immediate...
1. Gather the ingredients 2 tbsp of coconut oil 3 tbsp of dark cacao powder 2 tbsp of maple syrup a handful of large dried coconut flakes a handful of walnuts a handful of blonde raisins 2. Melt the coconut oil Add 2 tablespoons of coconut oil into a saucepan over medium heat (around 325°F)...
1. Gather the ingredients 2 tbsp of coconut oil 3 tbsp of dark cacao powder 2 tbsp of maple syrup a handful of large dried coconut...
