Happy Holidays!
From our family to yours, have a Happy Holiday! … Read entire article »
Filed under: Me
Naturally Educational is Nominated as a Parents.com Best Craft for Kids Blog
Dear Friends, NaturallyEducational.com is a labor of love. Although I have been a professional educator for over a decade and run my consulting firm for seven years, I do not focus on monetizing this website. I know you come here for activities, crafts, and educational ideas–not for ads. When I do work with companies, I try to do so in a way that adds value for you. If you have found information or inspiration here, I hope … Read entire article »
Filed under: Me
Check it Out: Quoted in Parents Magazine
Parents are often concerned about “brain boosters” and “school preparedness”. Part of my mission is to alleviate some of the pressure and stress we place on ourselves and encourage everyone to pursue the educational opportunities in our everyday enjoyment of life with our children. I welcome the opportunity to share my educational philosophy and some of the latest studies that show that reading aloud, play, outdoor exploration, and creative expression, along with plenty of love and … Read entire article »
Filed under: 1-2 (Toddlers), 3-5 (Preschool), Me, School Preparedness
Welcome, Baby!
On May 31, 5:18 am, we welcomed Conrad Ulysses, 9 pounds, 15 ounces, 22.5 inches, into our family. It was a very easy delivery compared with my last two and we went home from the hospital the very next day. His older siblings are adjusting well to the new addition. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Me



Candace Lindemann is a published children’s writer and educational consultant. She holds a B.A. from Yale University and an M.Ed. from the Harvard Graduate School of Education.

















