green parenting tips

Shorter days and long evenings open up a world of possibilities at home. Winter can become a season of exploration, imagination and learning, where children find joy in revealing new ways to engage with the world around them.

Teach children the magic of gardening with this complete 10-step guide to growing chickpeas at home. From planting seeds to harvesting golden pods, kids learn patience, observation, and care while experiencing nature’s wonders firsthand.

In a world where screens dominate playtime, these five free mobile apps help children reconnect with nature — through birdwatching, plant-spotting, and wildlife discovery. From snapping photos of bugs to earning badges for identifying trees, they turn screen time into a wild, educational adventure.

From saving rainwater to planting native trees, here’s how children can become eco-champions during the rainy season — right from their homes.