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Popular DIY Projects Families Love

Discover hands-on growing projects, fun DIY crafts and so much more. From crafts you can built for under $10, indoor gardens, hydroponic experiments, and fun ways to spend an afternoon these projects teach kids STEAM, food, science, and sustainability.
Fall Photo Challenge for Tweens and Teens
11
Oct

Fall Photo Challenge for Tweens and Teens

A 20-prompt fall photo challenge for tweens and teens. Solo or friend play, a 7-day plan, and smart privacy rules...
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Indoor Fall Minute-to-Win-It Games for Kids
11
Oct

Indoor Fall Minute-to-Win-It Games for Kids

10 indoor fall minute-to-win-it games for kids with exact rules, timing, and scoring. Candy corn races, pumpkin stacking, and a...
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Fall Family Conversation Cards for Kids
11
Oct

Fall Family Conversation Cards for Kids

Printable fall family conversation cards with 20 fun table talk starters for dinners. Gratitude prompts, funny hypotheticals, and family stories...
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Seven Days of Autumn Kindness Cards for Kids
11
Oct

Seven Days of Autumn Kindness Cards for Kids

Seven DIY autumn kindness cards give kids one good deed a day for a week: raking leaves, thanking the bus...
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Leaf Waterproofing Experiment for Kids
11
Oct

Leaf Waterproofing Experiment for Kids

Kids drop water onto waxy holly, magnolia, and rhododendron leaves and thin maple and birch leaves. Watch droplets bead or...
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Pumpkin Rolling Ramp Test for Kids
11
Oct

Pumpkin Rolling Ramp Test for Kids

Kids race mini pumpkins down a board propped on one, two, and three books to test speed, weight, and tipping....
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Build a Bridge for a Toy Squirrel: Fall STEM Challenge for Kids
11
Oct

Build a Bridge for a Toy Squirrel: Fall STEM Challenge for Kids

Kids build a craft stick bridge across a 12-inch gap and test it with pennies. Triangle truss fix, full STEM...
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Acorn Sink-or-Float Experiment for Kids
11
Oct

Acorn Sink-or-Float Experiment for Kids

Kids predict, then test, whether acorns, leaves, pinecones, and pebbles sink or float in a tub of water. Real outcomes...
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Pumpkin Spice Cloud Dough for Kids
11
Oct

Pumpkin Spice Cloud Dough for Kids

Make taste-safe pumpkin spice cloud dough with flour, oil, and pumpkin pie spice. Exact recipe, texture tips, storage, and 5...
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Cinnamon Apple No-Cook Play Dough for Kids
11
Oct

Cinnamon Apple No-Cook Play Dough for Kids

Make cinnamon apple no-cook play dough with flour, applesauce, and cinnamon. Exact measurements, storage tips, play ideas, and safety notes...
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How We Help You Grow
Explore, Learn, And Start Growing Today
Whether you're browsing our 100+ DIY projects, diving into alternative growing methods, or discovering Wendell's character lessons, you'll find resources that fit your family, classroom, or community right now.

1. DIY Projects & Activities

Over 50 hands-on projects for families and classrooms, from simple hydroponic systems to fun growing experiments that teach food, science, and sustainability.

2. Growing Education & Resources

Learn alternative methods like hydroponics, aquaponics, and vertical farming. Get expert guides on indoor growing, traditional gardening, and year-round food production for any space.

3. Character Development & Books

Discover the Wendell The Giant Dachshund series and educational presentations that teach kindness, anti-bullying, self-esteem, and social-emotional skills through relatable stories.

4. Speaking & Presentations

Engaging programs for schools and organizations including character development workshops, AI education sessions, anti-bullying and kindness presentations, STEM growing workshops, and full school assemblies. Interactive, age-appropriate content that inspires students while supporting educators.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Growing Questions Answered

Here are some of the most common questions we get, and we're always here to help if you have more!

Answer: Focus on vertical growing methods, container gardens, or hydroponic systems that maximize small areas. You can grow fresh herbs, lettuce, and tomatoes on a balcony or even indoors with proper lighting.

Answer: Focus on vertical growing methods, container gardens, or hydroponic systems that maximize small areas. You can grow fresh herbs, lettuce, and tomatoes on a balcony or even indoors with proper lighting.

Answer: Absolutely. Our DIY projects combine hands on growing activities with lessons about where food comes from, building confidence and environmental awareness while creating family bonding time.

Answer: Indoor systems let you grow food throughout the year regardless of weather, use less water than traditional gardens, and eliminate many pest problems while teaching sustainable practices.

Answer: The Wendell The Giant Dachshund series uses relatable stories to teach kindness, anti bullying strategies, self esteem building, and friendship skills in ways children naturally connect with and remember.

Answer: Wendell’s adventures center on big feelings like belonging, courage, and learning to love what makes you different.

His love, bravery, and loyalty help children see that being kind and staying true to yourself matters more than how you look or how others see you.

Answer: Yes. For non‑Central Ohio schools, we offer virtual author visits in a similar 30‑minute format, as well as custom options that fit your schedule and technology setup.

Reach out through the contact form with your location and preferred dates, and we’ll recommend the best format and share a quote.

Our talks are designed primarily for elementary students, with content that works especially well for grades K–4.

We can adjust examples and discussion questions slightly for younger or older groups so the visit fits your students’ age and attention span.

Meet Our Dachshund Family

Wendell The Giant Dachshund

Wendell The Giant Dachshund

Wendell is a giant, wiggly dachshund, much bigger than most. While many dachshunds are the size of a loaf of bread, Wendell is more like a squishy furry watermelon.
Standard dachshunds like Wendell are rare in the United States, and his story began when his mom traveled all the way from Europe.
When he was a puppy, a little white stripe appeared on his nose like a surprise sticker, and it has been part of his charm ever since.
Wendell is gentle, loving, and full of energy. He enjoys belly rubs, zoomies in the snow, and long cuddles with his family.
He never says no to food and loves sharing snacks and adventures with CJ.
Wendell is a loyal friend with a big heart, and he always finds a way to make the people around him feel loved.
Wendell loves having a puppy sister to play with, run with, and explore the world with. He also loves the extra cuddles that come with being a big brother.
Melodie The Friendly Dachshund

Melodie The Friendly Dachshund

Melodie was adopted from a foster group after being rescued from a very scary home, and she quickly learned she was finally safe.
She is a Shaded Red Standard Dachshund. Not as giant as Wendell, but still a very big dachshund with a huge spirit.
She is tough, energetic, and loves to play with Wendell. Their games of chase are fast like lightning.
Melodie has an incredible nose for exploring and never turns down a chance to sniff out something new.
She loves her dog toys, especially when she can show them off with a proud little prance.
Meeting new people is one of her favorite things. She climbs into laps for kisses and sometimes gives tiny, silly puppy nibbles on faces.
She adores cuddling with CJ and Wendell, and some of her happiest moments are when the kittens curl up beside her.
Melodie brings joy and courage everywhere she goes, and she always finds a way to make new friends on her adventures.
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