Reef Kids: Science Mini-Courses

Children learn and retain more when they’re engaged. Science and nature are fascinating subjects, with a seemingly endless range of subjects and depth of information to explore. With these complimentary facts in mind, Valerie Grosso, a PhD microbiologist and...

Reef Kids: Anemone Gardens

While spring may be taking its time getting here in the Northeastern United States, you and your little one can still create a “garden” to enjoy indoors!  The first idea, by blogger Lollies or Candy, was inspired by picture book illustrations of the...

Reef Kids: Backyard Beach

Spring will be arriving soon, and with it, lots of time spent outside. The most family-friendly yards have spaces for relaxation and entertaining, some beautiful things to look at, and (especially if you have little ones) an exciting, interesting place to...

Reef Kids: Seashell Candles

For those of us here in North America, summer (and the lovely, warm weather that accompanies it) is still quite a ways away. Candles bring a little warmth and light into our winter homes, and these easy do-it-yourself shell candles are a great way to use those...

Reef Kids: Valentine’s Day Printables

I’m a big fan of puns and corny jokes, and these free, downloadable Valentine’s Day cards make me very happy! The set is available on The Ocean Exploration Trust’s website, and include such gems as “you’re shrimply adorable” and...