Home décor projects don’t have to cost a lot of money, especially when decorating a room for your child. Save money on bedroom décor by being your own interior decorator. If your son or daughter is old enough, let them help pick out paint colors or fabric patterns. When done correctly, home furnishings can be ...
So you’ve decided a tarantula is the right pet for you. Your next decision would be choosing the right habitat for the pet. While it’s possible to let a tarantula roam around your house freely, it’s not a very good idea. Not only do you risk the chance of losing the pet, but the chances ...
Choosing a Healthy Pet Turtle Finding a pet turtle at a pet store can be a challenge. It is important to observe the enclosures that house the turtles for signs of neglect. This includes dirty and unkempt tanks, too many turtles within a single enclosure, and poor appearance. The best way to determine if the ...
One of the easiest ways to grow plants indoors is in a terrarium. A terrarium is simply a transparent container used for containing or growing plants inside. A terrarium is also used to house small reptiles, animals or insects on occasion also. The great benefit of growing plants in terrariums is the high humidity created ...
Does all the cold weather have you hoping for spring? If so, you may want to consider chasing away your winter blues by starting a bottle terrarium. In my experience, bottle terrariums are adorable and require little maintenance. They are also fairly simple to assemble. Here’s how to do it: Supplies Needed In order to ...
Terrariums are a fantastic indoor project for kids of all ages, especially during the winter months. What is not to love? Terrariums use recycled materials, can become quirky playscapes, and make great gifts. You do not even need a green thumb to create fabulous indoor gardens with your kids. Gather supplies This is an inexpensive ...
The 15-acre Scovill Zoo in Decatur, Illinois, is a small but delightful zoo. Oriented towards children, it doesn’t try to be everything for everyone. The collection lacks elephants, grizzlies, and lions, but that only serves to make the more than 400 animals that are on display less threatening and more appealing to, as they say ...
While I love all sorts of vegetation, I have a soft spot in my heart for succulents — a class of plants that generally includes those that store water in leaves and stems. Not only are they wonderfully hardy for those born without a green thumb (that would be me), but I love their intense ...
Need a few new party ideas? Take advantage of the warm weather and looser schedules of summer by planning on outdoor party for your children. Even if birthdays are stuck in the middle of winter, planning a simple party or two throughout the summer can build great memories. Dinosaur Party – Dinosaur lovers can really ...
What is a terrarium? A terrarium is a small contained eco-system used to grow plants. Small amphibians can be added, along with fish to make a rainforest type living habitat. The species of amphibians should be docile and reclusive such as frogs, toads, salamanders and newts. These amphibians remain small enough that they will not ...