THE LOGBOOK
A collection of nature-based stories, science, and seasonal inspiration from Tanglewood Hollow. Designed for curious families and educators, each entry invites you to slow down, look closer, and explore the wonder just outside your door.
JULY 8, 2025
SUMMER FORAGING WITH KIDS IN NEW HAMPSHIRE
Summer in New Hampshire is bursting with life- and there’s no better way to help children connect to the land than by foraging together...
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JUNE 20, 2025
SUMMER SOLSTICE FLORAL LANTERNS
Each year, as spring folds into summer, the sun reaches its highest point in the sky- and we're gifted the longest day of the year...
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JUNE 19, 2025
BUILDING A ROTTING LOG COMMUNITY
A forest's recycling center- and a learning space beneath our feet!
In the heart of every forest lies an incredible story of life, death, and renewal. You just have to know where to look. One of our favorite places to begin? A rotting log.
JUNE 7, 2025
HOW TO TALK TO KIDS ABOUT CONSERVATION WITHOUT FEAR
Children are naturally wired to care about the world around them. They marvel at frogs in puddles, collect acorns like treasure, and feel a deep sense of justice when they learn that animals are in danger...
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MAY 31, 2025
SCIENCE SKETCHING: WHY DRAWING BUILDS BETTER OBSERVERS
In a world of fast facts and quick clicks, the simple act of putting pencil to paper and drawing what you see can feel almost revolutionary...
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MAY 24, 2025
EXPLORING VERNAL POOLS WITH CHILDREN
There's a fleeting kind of magic that stirs in the forest each spring- hidden in shallow, sunlit pools that vanish almost as quickly as they appear. These are vernal pools...
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AUGUST 9, 2024
INTRODUCING THE NATURALIST BOOK CLUB!
As a homeschooling family, our love for literature has always been at the heart of our learning journey. Over the years, we've been deeply inspired by the stories of naturalists throughout history- individuals whose passion for the natural world led them to make remarkable contributions to science and conservation...
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AUGUST 2, 2025
A BEGINNER'S GUIDE TO KEEPING MILK SNAILS AS PETS
When we decided to bring snails into our home, it was with the goal of learning more about microhabitats, decomposers, and the intricate ecosystems that exist right under our noses. Keeping milk snails has provided an incredible hands-on educational experience for our family.
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EXPLORING SOUNDS IN YOUR YARD: SOUND MAPPING ADVENTURE!
Exploring the natural world is always a fun and exciting adventure, especially when it comes to sound mapping in your own yard.
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UNLOCKING THE WONDERS OF THE WORLD: EXPLORING WITH MAGNIFYING GLASSES!
Searching for an engaging and educational experience to share with your kids? Why not embark on a captivating journey of discovery using magnifying glasses?
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FEATHERS & THE LAW: UNDERSTANDING WHY IT IS ILLEGAL TO COLLECT
Feathers have long captivated our imagination with their beauty and grace, symbolizing freedom and flight. However, did you know that collecting feathers is generally illegal in the United States?
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MAY 16, 2023
A GUIDE TO CASTING AND TRACKING
Tracking animals is such a fascinating way to get in touch with nature and learn more about the animals in your area! Did you know that you can even learn how to cast animal tracks?
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MAY 15, 2023
EXPLORING MOAT MOUNTAIN MINERAL SITE
Are you searching for a rockhounding adventure in New England with your kids? Look no further than Moat Mountain Mineral Site in Conway, NH! This hidden gem offers a unique opportunity to discover a variety of minerals...
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MAY 12, 2023
NURTURING CHILDREN'S CONNECTION WITH NATURE
In our quest to preserve and protect our natural spaces, we have unintentionally erected barriers that hinder children from developing a deep and meaningful relationship with the natural world.
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HOW TO MAKE MUSHROOM SPORE PRINTS WITH YOUR KIDS
Making spore prints with mushrooms is an engaging and hands-on activity that provides a wonderful opportunity for children and families to explore the fascinating world of fungi. By following these...
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SETTING UP A ROTTING LOG COMMUNITY
Rotting logs can be a treasure trove of biodiversity, with various creatures calling them home. Setting up a rotting log community is a great way to introduce children to the wonders of the natural world...
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FORAGING FOR VIOLETS & MAKING SYRUP!
Spring is the perfect time to explore the outdoors and discover the many treasures nature has to offer. One of the most beautiful and useful plants you can find is the common wild violet, also known as...
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NOVEMBER 29, 2022
MAKE A WINTER SOLSTICE LANTERN
Many people celebrate the return of the sun on the Winter Solstice and choose to do what's considered a lantern walk on the longest night of the year! Before we begin creating a winter solstice lantern let's chat about...
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NOVEMBER 15, 2022
WHY DOES ACCESS TO NATURE MATTER?
Simply put, in order to love nature, we need to know it. Giving families both the knowledge and the nudge to explore with confidence is of the utmost importance...
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APRIL 23, 2021
HOW TO BUILD YOUR OWN WORMERY
In New England, spring is underway! For us, that usually means lots of mud (did you know that we have a fifth season that we fondly call mud season? Haha!) Because of this, I thought it would be fun to dig into the soil to find.. WORMS!
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