Our visit to John Muir’s house and a hike on Mt. Wanda, where he took his daughters for nature walks, plus tips for visiting John Muir National Historic Site (east of San Francisco), children’s books to read about Muir and the national parks, andneed for conservation.
Read more…Alcatraz Island: Tips for visiting The Rock with kids
It’s a short but scenic boat ride from San Francisco to Alcatraz Island, site of a famous prison, now a national park. Find out about the long history of the island, tips for visiting Alcatraz with kids, and children’s books to read.
Read more…Watching for Gray Whales: Best onshore viewing
It’s spring season, and gray whales are migrating north, from Mexico to Alaska. Tips for how to spot gray whales, where to go for best onshore viewing in California, Oregon and Washington, and children’s books.
Read more…Fun for St. Patrick’s Day
St Patrick’s Day is coming up on March 17. Come with us to St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Dublin, and find out about our favorite children’s books for this holiday, celebrated not just in Ireland.
Read more…Travel Tips: Bangkok for kids
Travel tips for families visiting Bangkok – before you go, while you’re there – transportation on boats and tuk tuks, getting around the city, visiting temples, Buddhism and the Ramayana, food and fun places to stay.
Read more…Washington National Cathedral: Children’s chapel, flags & gargoyles
Much cheaper than a trip to Europe to visit medieval cathedrals, a visit with kids to Washington National Cathedral in Washington DC is a way to experience a Gothic church, but one that’s also very much American.
Look for gargoyles, state flags, stained glass windows with scenes from expeditions and space exploration, needlepoint pillows of famous authors, statesmen, artists, presidents, and a special Children’s Chapel.
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