Great Summer Reads: 2019 Edition

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 21, 2019

Looking for a great summer read? Here’s a list of our favorite recent (or recent to us!) books.

Great Summer Reads: 2017 Edition

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 2, 2017

Looking for a great summer read? Here’s a list of our favorite recent (or recent to us!) books.... and a few more we're excited to delve into.

Great Summer Reads: 2018 Edition

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   May 8, 2018

We asked members of our Facebook group to post a comment about a book that's inspired them to make change. Check out their responses!

Great Summer Reads: Recommendations from New Dream's Board

Blog   |   by New Dream   |   June 18, 2013

We asked our Board members for their favorite recent books on consumerism, community, and more. Check out their diverse and inspiring picks.

GUIDE: The Family Guide to a (Mostly) Screen-Free Summer

Resources   |   by New Dream   |   July 7, 2017

Concerned about screen time taking over your free time? This special resource is chock full of ideas to help you reclaim your summer. 

Tales from a Tech-free Summer Camp

Blog   |   by Eli Austin   |   October 11, 2018

A recent high school grad shares a lesson for young people about the benefits of getting off our devices and out into nature.

Top 10 Ideas for a Screen-Free Summer Your Kids Will Love

Blog   |   by Edna Rienzi   |   June 25, 2014

Ditch the screen and try one of these proven ways to keep kids active and engaged all summer.

Christmas* in June: A Gentle Nudge to Help You Start Planning Your Alternative Gift Fair Now

Blog   |   by Shara Drew   |   June 13, 2018

Take advantage of your time and energy during the summer months to set the stage for a more meaningful holiday season for your community.

Subways, Buses, and Backpacks: 6 Frugal Travel Strategies for Kids

Blog   |   by Suzita Cochran   |   July 9, 2012

For one Colorado family, this year's summer vacation was the ideal time to begin teaching the kids “feet-on-the-ground” travel. 

Parenting

Topics   |   June 26, 2017

Holidays & Celebrations

Topics   |   June 26, 2017

Living the Dream: Island Minimalist Moira Silva

Blog   |   by Moira Convey Silva   |   May 3, 2018

In our latest Living the Dream interview, we talk with Moira Silva, a mother, writer, and teacher, about the joys and challenges of living in a small island community.

Your Refrigerator: Keeping it cool, keeping you cool

Blog   |   by Kim   |   May 19, 2009

Never Too Early for a (Green) Halloween

Blog   |   by Kim   |   June 18, 2009

5 Ways to Simplify Back-to-School Shopping

Blog   |   by Krislyn Placide   |   August 20, 2012

Forget the crazy school shopping bonanza, and save some money—and your sanity—in the process.