My husband came home from work today with a milkweed pod and a cattail (bulrush). After the youngest two boys were in bed he brought out "The Handbook of Nature Study" book that I bought this summer. It was put to good use this evening when the boys got a 30 min. Science lesson. It was pretty cool! I had been looking for something to do with them. This was perfect! The photos kind of speak for themselves. They squeezed open the pod and a white "milk" came out. My husband put some on the boys hand and once it had dried it felt rubbery. Inside the pod was a "cone" with layers of seeds. Under the seeds was a silky film that kind of reminded me of dandelions that would float away and seed everywhere.
It was really neat! I just learned a lot too!
WOW!!, how cool is that!!! it looks amazing!. good job!. You are so good at picking up and learning... take advantage of all oportunities.
ReplyDeleteMy husband is also an awesome teacher! I've learned so much from him. He just knows how to make it clear & simple!
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