Power Seeds
Seeds are pretty amazing things. For something so small, they sure do a lot. Each seed has an embryo, or baby plant, as well as nutrients to get it started and a seed coat to protect it. One part of the embryo will become the
How do plants “drink” water?
Have you ever been curious about how plants “drink” water? Just like humans, plants need to move liquids through them to consume nutrients. In this experiment, we’ll add food coloring to water to see the water travel up the stem of celery and color the
Community Grows: Plant Science Experiments
Did you know that plants can move? Discover more fun plant facts like this in our hands-on Plant Science/At-Home Gardening Experiment kit made in collaboration with the amazing team at the Frank Lab @ Cornell. For weeks, ICG has been collaborating with the amazing team
Mother’s Day Card Kit
Mother’s Day is coming up Sunday, May 10. Stumped for ideas on how to honor your mom and show her she’s special? We’ve got you covered! We know families are busy and the days are short, long, and everything in between. The team at ICG
Fairy Dust
Fairy dust comes in handy! It’s great for making wishes or sending good luck in someone’s way. You can sprinkle it in or near your fairy house as a gift to the fairies or on a walk to send good wishes into the world. If
Fairy Wands
A week of fairy activities isn’t complete without building a fairy wand! Materials: Stick, about 12 inches long Decorating materials: ribbon, twine or wire; beads, bells, gems, or crystals; sparkles: glitter, glitter glue, sequins Adventurous additions: hot glue, air-dry clay, paint The Steps: Go outside
Fairy Wings
Building fairy wings is the perfect creative activity to help your little one feel magical! What you need: Cardboard or poster board (any large piece of stiff paper) Scissors Hole punch (you can use scissors if you don’t have a hole punch) Yarn, string, or
Fairy House Books w/ Read Aloud Links
Fairy Houses by Tracy Kane Backyard Fairies by Phoebe Wahl
More activities with natural materials!
We’re always inspired by the other educators and nature play advocates who share their tips and activities. Here we’ve compiled some fairy-themed and natural materials activities from others we love! A Fairy House feeling a bit small? Build a Fairy Park! Time: 1 hourLocation: Outside