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  We really enjoy using natural items to create and craft, especially in the fall.  And of course, if you’re using items from nature for a project, you should really hang out outdoors to DO the project! There were some wonderful Outdoor Nature Crafts shared at last week’s Discover & Explore the Forest linky — …

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All I can think of while I write this post is “Old McDonald had a farm, e-i-e-i-o” — funny how music always creeps in on you and gets stuck in your head 🙂

Last week’s Discover & Explore Fun on the Farm linky turned up some really fun crafts that can be paired with great kids books for some ‘hi-ho the dairy-o’ fun (sorry, just couldn’t resist). 

And we’ve included affiliate links if you’d like to check out the details on any of the books too!

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This week’s linky will Discover & Explore Boats, Water Fun & Things that Float!

Kids can explore a number of science and engineering ideas by trying to build their own boat and playing around with the concept of sink and float. 

How heavy is an item before it sinks?  And what type of materials can be used to make a boat that floats?

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We know it’s coming — the heat of summer is creeping in and soon we will all be seeking out the comforts of shade and air-conditioning.  For the kids, they would much rather run under a sprinkler or enjoy some ‘cool’ water play! 

This week’s feature posts from the Discover & Explore Summer Fun linky won’t disappoint!  There are TONS of great ideas for keeping cool on those hot summer days!

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