Author: Joyce

Crocuses

Sunlit crocus Our neighbor has a garden full of crocuses.  His flowers are usually the first up every spring.  Yesterday, the kids noticed that the crocuses were blooming, and went over to ask permission to go over and admire them during the day.

We went over this morning when the flowers were still closed. We discussed why the crocuses “sleep”.  Then we returned later when we thought they would be opened.

CrocussqNot only did we learn a little science, we also spent some photographing them.  If you want to check out Adrian’s picture, his turned out the best!

Salamander Class

Megan salamadarMegan attends her own science class once a month. Miss Krista, her teacher, has taught each of the children and does a wonderful job.  Megan gets practice sitting still, raising her hand, interacting with other children and learning really neat science.

Today, Megan learned about salamanders.  The older kids all remembered when they had that class and asked to tag along.  Everyone held the salamander and helped out where they could.

As the weather warms up, you may be able to find salamanders under logs and leaves.  They lay their eggs in water in the spring.  We have never found one around here, though some friends find them often at their house.  We will be looking for them once the snow melts a little bit more.  And, in case you are interested, holding a salamander is fun!

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