This summer we had a few little science projects going. I meant to blog about them at the time, but just didn't get around to it.
1. First one was a next that was in the bush right
next to our house. All we had to do was gently brush the branches away and...there they were! Five little birdies!
2. The second project was watching a caterpillar turn into a monarch butterfly. Another fun project!
3. We found the last bit of nature hanging from our roof. We usually get our fair share of bees and hornets at the end of the summer. This year was no exception. One day, when I was out mowing, I upset a nest of bees. It was actually quite frightening. I screamed and started to run when I realized what was happening. I was stung 5 times and (wow!)... did it hurt! (Romeo had been stung earlier in the day as well.) Allen and the boys came running from the other side of the house to see what the ruckus was all about. The nest was on the ground and it was pretty obvious that I had made these little guys pretty mad. As we were looking at the nest, Rigo spotted this hive in the peak of our house. It made the ground nest look very small and insignificant.
The hive is still there. The bees are bothering no one. Our plan is to wait until it freezes, take it down and give it to Lindsay for her 4th graders! Maybe wrap it up for Christmas!! :) For what it's worth, it is a very interesting hive and I'm sure she will be thrilled to have it....or not.
1 comment:
I love all these nature photos and teaching experiences you had this summer for your kids. Thanks for sharing! And what a great idea to pass along items of interest to Lindsay's class!!
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