Spring has sprung and it is time to get out into our gardens. There is so much for kids to touch and explore in gardens. The hardest part for my garden is making sure the kids don’t pull off the fruit/vegetable until it is ready. This week we are going to explore everything in the garden including getting some already ripe fruits and vegetables to explore.Read More →
I have been waiting for this theme all spring! It is time to learn all about butterflies and their metamorphosis. The best way for kids to learn is to make learning as hands-on as possible. To do this, I highly suggest ordering live caterpillars from Insect Lore and watching them change into butterflies. I bought a cup of caterpillars last year and my boys loved watching them day by day and then finally releasing them. I knew we would be doing this activity again. If you do not wish to order caterpillars, you will still be able to participate in this free curriculum. The liveRead More →
We are exploring the world of wetlands and exploring the different animals and plants that are found there. Snakes, alligators, birds, bugs, frogs, and more can all be found in a swamp habitat. Swamps, marshes, and bogs are full of plants that live in the water and provide shelter for the animals that live there. We have so much to discover about this theme, let’s get started!Read More →
Sunny, Cloudy, Rainy, Hot, Cold, Freezing… the weather can come in so many different forms. This theme will help kids learn the characteristics of the many different types of weather. Lots of hands-on science activities this week, to help kids understand these complex concepts.Read More →