Do You Love Funky Pumpkins?
Nurse and author Natalie Horseman celebrates all the funky pumpkins, the warty, lumpy, lopsided ones full of personality, and the Bumpy Pumpkin message they carry.
Category: Family Life
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Create Your Own Birthday Adventure Day at Home
Turn any day into five big adventures with this simple Scout’s Adventure Day activity from Natalie Horseman. Imaginative play for all ages, no craft skills needed.
How to Start a Family Book Club (The Ridiculously Simple Version)
Nurse and author Natalie Horseman shares the easiest way to start a family book club. No fancy systems needed, just stories, snacks, and conversation. Works for all ages.
Grandparents and Reading: Building Bridges Across Miles and Generations
My grandmother lived states away when I was growing up. We didn’t see her often. Phone calls were expensive and brief. Yet somehow, she’s woven into my earliest memories of books.
Reading with Siblings: When One Wants Scout and the Other Wants Silence
Picture this: you sit down for family story time. Your four-year-old is bouncing with excitement, clutching a picture book. Your eight-year-old rolls their eyes and announces that picture books are “for babies.” Your toddler immediately tries to eat the book.
Screen Time vs. Story Time: It’s Not a Battle (A Non-Judgmental Guide)
Nurse and author Natalie Horseman offers a non-judgmental guide to balancing screen time and story time. Practical tips for modern families without the guilt or shame.
Why Reading Together Beats Reading Alone (The Magic of Shared Stories)
Nurse and author Natalie Horseman explores why reading together creates magic that reading alone cannot. Discover the power of shared stories for families.
How to Build a Reading Culture at Home (Without the Pressure)
Nurse and author Natalie Horseman shares practical, pressure-free ways to make reading a natural part of family life. No perfection required.
Create Your Own Barn Fair: A Scout’s Rainy Day Activity for Kids
Create your own barn fair with this simple Scout’s Rainy Day inspired activity. Easy indoor games and fun for all ages, no craft skills needed.
The Great Family Tradition Map: Celebrating Your Unique Family Magic
Create a family tradition map with this simple activity from nurse and author Natalie Horseman. Celebrate what makes your family unique with no craft skills needed.