Child development experts say kids learn creativity and autonomy when they're engaged with "loose parts," such as mud and sticks.
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A Banner Year for Butterflies
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I've written another article for my Brooklyn Wildlife Examiner column, describing a few common butterflies seen in the city.
Hickory Run State Park, Memorial Day Weekend 2004
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Camping at Hickory Run State Park in the Poconos area off Rt 80.
Friday 5/29/04
Packing with a lot of recriminations, and got going an hour or two later than we hoped. I forgot the toys and Tree Kid's fishing gear except for the pole. There was traffic leaving NYC (Holland Tunnel), and a thunderstorm/downpour on Rt 80, but the PA portion of the drive was nice and scenic. 