Our Butterflies Emerged!

Hi to all,
Borrowing hubby's updated laptop - this summer I'm getting my own new technology - smile!
I've loved reading about what is going on with everyone. This is truly SUCH an exciting topic!

I was worried about our painted ladies from Insect Lore. We have had good luck in the past with this company, but when I borrowed the keys to the school from my principal to go in and check on them over Memorial Day weekend, we had no butterflies. I was concerned that they may have died in chrysalis (has happened in the past with larvae from Carolina Biological).

Today, however, we were THRILLED to find 11 butterflies had emerged. The kids "snacked" with them for more observation time, and then we released those who were ready and able (7) after lunch.

Each class brings their own special twist to this experience. This class immediately became "scientists" taking notes on their own from Day 1. Many said today, "I've got to get notes down about this!" Could a teacher ask for more - smile???

I posted two photos (looked clearer when I took them than when I saw them uploaded) in flickr.

Also, on a ladybug note (I've seen a few postings about this) - I would HIGHLY recommend raising ladybugs. We did it a couple of years ago with larvae from Insect Lore. They did great, and it was a WONDERFUL experience for all of us. I will try to find a page I made about it and post.

Now onto our project piece!