Nature Study Comes Knocking on the Window

Nature study can happen in the most unexpected ways.  A snail oozing across the window sparked questions and investigation.  We pull out our jewelers loupes to look at it under 5x magnification.  Did you know the eyes are on their retractable antennae?  "Are snails born with shells?" he asks.  A quick internet search turns up the surprising answer, "Yes," and gives us more fascinating information.

Heeeeere Birdie, Birdie, Birdie

With his Cub Scout pocket knife, a water jug, scissors, and a piece of string my MacGyver made this little enticement to our feathered friends. The window hook was purchased at Walmart for a few dollars. Nature study can be brought right up to your window. Now, if only the birds would come! Heeeere Birdie, Birdie, Birdie!