Last night with my Brownie unit, we planted seeds. Beans in a clear, plastic cup, so they could see how they grow, and Marigold seeds in egg cartons. I decided to soak the soil this time, rather than the egg cartons, to ensure that they didn't dry out too fast, and hopefully prevent them from molding. There is a lot more pressure for the plants to thrive and grow when you're dealing with 7 and 8 year old girls, rather than my own pride!Prepping for the activity, I was going through children's activity websites and even got a few books from the library. Wow! Talk about great ideas! I am itching for the warm weather to return for good so I can get started on my garden! My plants will be ready before I know it also! Look how tall they are already!
Tip for next time - beans and peas can be planted directly into the garden. There is no need to start them indoors. I knew this, after helping my mom plant her garden for years and years, so why did I decide to start them indoors? I have no idea. I will have to transplant them soon, however, so perhaps a small container garden will bear some veggies until the soil warms up?!
I also planted 'cat grass' yesterday, which is nothing more than oats. I had hoped I could score some free seed from my parents' farm or the feed mill, but seeing the seed packet for $1.69 the other day, I decided the convenience was worth it and purchased the packet. The grass should be up in only 5 days, and I suspect that by day 15 ,it will be ready to set out for Fergie and Penny. Now maybe they will leave the rest of my plants alone! 
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I didn't know you were a brownie leader! We were doing Key to STEM last night so I also had to go to the library for some ideas. I like the planting seeds idea, I may use it.
ReplyDeleteThat is so nice that you are a Brownie leader Jen! You are such a busy person and you still find time to give back to such a great organization- you deserve a pat on the back :)
ReplyDeleteThanks ladies! I only started in January, and with my busy schedule, I haven't been able to make it to a lot of meetings, but now I'm set for the rest of the year! It's so much fun!!
ReplyDeleteI heard you were also a leader, Laura! That's great! We can share ideas! We are doing Key to the Living World. For Easter though, I found a great craft idea at FamilyFun. http://jas.familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts?page=CraftDisplay&craftid=10838
I just picked up my cookies last night to sell also, so I have cookies for sale, everyone!