If you’re tempted to gift live animals to your children this Easter, make one of these homemade animal-shaped treats instead.

A vermicomposting pro schools me and my family in how to successfully make compost year-round.

Introduce your kids to sourdough baking by making this tasty breakfast cake, filled with fruit and whole foods.

Our homestead’s Kid of the Day rotation ensures each child has privileges and responsibilities around the home without chores getting stale.

Turn garden planning into a time of whimsy and play by allowing the creativity of children to become part of the process.

Encourage your children to eagerly await the first signs of spring by planting these perennial vegetables in the garden.

Here are some simple ways to show kindness and affection for the people (and animals) around your farm and in your community.

Candle-making is a great way to keep kids engaged in the winter while creating an important resource for the homestead.

Having a fire starter handy can be a savior in any number of homestead projects. Reuse spent materials around the farm to make your own with your kids.

Swap out the processed sugar for local honey in this easy, kid-friendly recipe for hot chocolate’s favorite sidekick.