Springtime Nuggets of Wisdom for Young Parents
Springtime Nuggets of Wisdom for Young Parents
Hints for a Swift Start to the Season
Spring is finally in the air, and it’s the perfect time to get outside and explore the beauty of nature with your little cubs. The flowers are blooming, the birds are singing, and everything feels fresh and new—like the whole world is waking up just in time for new adventures.
This season, we make the most of the warmer weather and finding fun ways to learn and play together. One of our favorite spots to visit has been Bartram’s Garden—absolutely gorgeous in the spring, fall, or any season really! The kids loved walking through the garden paths, spotting buzzing bees, colorful flowers, and birds fluttering by. It was the perfect mix of peaceful and educational, with so many chances to talk about nature, life cycles, and the signs of spring. It’s a great way to introduce to children the Muslim belief that God created everything and is not in need of anything.
We’ve also taken our little ones to The Academy of Natural Sciences—what a treat! They explored the animal displays, marveled at giant bones, and even joined a guided craft activity. It was so fun watching their curious minds light up while learning about the world around them. Even if you can’t make it out to a museum, your backyard can be adventure enough! Check out this great book from Green Fig to read with your kiddos before going out to explore
Another spring favorite? A trip to Linvilla Orchards to visit the new baby animals! The kids were so excited to meet fluffy ducks, playful goats, and sweet little lambs. Watching their faces light up as they got close to the animals was a beautiful reminder of how amazing this season is for young children. It’s a great way to instill in children that God does not resemble of the creation in any way – not the baby cows, or the baby deer, or the baby horses.
Spring is also a great time to look out for free activities at our local centers. Be sure to read those newsletters, flyers, and social media posts—you never know what nuggets of information you’ll find and the next event we have planned!
And don’t forget to celebrate the small moments. Whether it’s a “Best Nature Explorer” sticker or a “Biggest Smile” award at home, or “Best Memorizer” award, these little victories give our kids a swift boost of confidence.
So, as the days get longer and the sun shines brighter, take your little cubs out to explore, learn, and make memories. Spring is bursting with opportunities—just waiting for you and your family to enjoy together.