Lately, we have found multiple little and not so little creatures; which does not fail to amaze and delight the boys. Now, I am no skittish girl (unless I have slugs on my back. ughh!), most animals do not frighten me (as long as they have feet). Yet, I still don't understand the boys desire to touch these little amphibians that we find hiding around our home. I suppose, if it wasn't for the touching we couldn't call it hands-on-science. Here are just three specimens that we have recently examined...
First, the ever engaging salamander. We actually have quite a few of these around here, but because of their overall shyness they are not easy to find. Finding one of these black and blue spotted guys is a real delight.
Second, the frog in the middle of its metamorphosis. A pollywog truly is something to be watched and amazed at. What an amazing God we have, not only can He create these great creatures, but His imagination in thinking up the life cycle of a frog is amazing!
Lastly, but not least, especially considering his size. Is the toad. This toad was huge. Tyler and the boys found him sleeping in the mud. Those are Tyler's hands holding this beast of a toad, and Andrew taking his turn touching.
What sorts of discoveries have you made recently?
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None of the amphibious nature! But we discovered a new place to play in Lewiston today - the boys would love it, and it's only $2 a day (under age 1 free).
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