Spring is here and worms and caterpillars are everywhere! On this day we found a caterpillar (moth) and were able to observe it up close. Note that the children's facial expressions reflect disgust and curiosity at the same time. N, our neighbor and friend, spends a great deal of time working in her organic garden (if you get a chance ask to visit - it is fabulous! Mom is a Professor of Horticulture and Dad is a scientist at the CDC so we have wonderful experts about nature a few doors down!) and does not hesitate to touch the caterpillar. Mel attempted to keep the caterpillar on her arm for as long as she could so they could have look and take their time deciding if they wanted to touch the caterpillar. N's ease with touching it prompts the others to give it a try. We are thankful that we are able to use the environment right outside the door for experiences with nature.
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