The Little Red Hen

The Little Red Hen

In the tale, The Little Red Hen finds a grain of wheat, and asks for help from the other farmyard animals to plant it. However, no animal will volunteer to help her.

At each further stage (harvest, threshing, milling the wheat into flour, and baking the flour into bread), the hen again asks for help from the other animals, but again she gets no assistance.

Finally, the hen has completed her task, and asks who will help her eat the bread. This time, all the previous non-participants eagerly volunteer. However, she declines their help, stating that no one aided her in the preparation work, and eats it with her chicks, leaving none for anyone else.

The moral of this story is that those who show no willingness to contribute to an end product do not deserve to enjoy the end product: "if any man will not work, neither let him eat."

Fall Animal Farm

~Fall~

 Farm Animals

 

Playing with farm animals...

they needed a place of there own.Something with a shady tree that resembled the upcoming Fall Season. Some real grain,real water and real grass. Having these little things around the house made Aubries farm animals and imaginative ideas come to life. The table is hers for the time being to look at,to touch. To add too and continue to use that little creative mind,that children are so darn good at!

 

Wet on Wet

Waldorf
Wet on Wet
Watercolor
"Expressions from within"
Without specific instructions, there is some direction given to the child in a playful and inviting way. Comments, poems, or verses are used to prepare, create anticipation, and invite imagination before beginning.
I LOVE the Waldorf way ...
gently guiding the child with beauty and reverence while allowing the child to freely express his own personality and creativity is awe-inspiring.

Pinkie Pup's

Baby Mice

The development of baby mice is very interesting to witness. However, one must be sure not to disturb the mother as she may become extremely protective and even eat her young. If the nest is located in some form of nesting box, it is best to resist the temptation to look inside for at least three days after the babies are born. Even though it truly depends on the mouse, I find that my females usually tolerate handling of their babies once they are 3-5 days old. However, you are always taking a risk when you disturb the nest so soon after the birth because the mother's actions can be unpredictable. Here's a chart depicting the average growth of baby mice:

0-3 days

the babies are blind, deaf, and completely hairless

3 days

the pigment of the skin is visible on darker colored mice

5-7 days

days fur begins to grow and ears perk up

10-14 days

eyes open and the babies will become increasingly mobile and begin experimenting

with solid foods

12-24 days

the babies will enter what's called the "flea stage." They are extremely quick and jumpy,

which makes them very difficult to handle

21-28 days

the flea stage comes to an end, and the babies should begin weaning from their mother's milk

28-35 days

males and females should be separated, and the mice are ready to go to new homes

Simple Pies

Aubrie's Baking Time:

Children in general love to help & be in the kitchen. Along with them always wanting to help,I'll occasionally give each of them a simple project for them to do alone. Happy with the finished product,they're excited to share with the rest of the family.

...Pure.Love.Creation...

Fairy House

What is a Fairy House?

Fairy Houses are small structures for the fairies and nature’s friends to visit. Sticks, bark, dry grasses, pebbles, shells, feathers, seaweed, pine cones and nuts are just some of the natural materials used. Ranging from rustic to intricate ‘Fairy Mansions’, these whimsical habitats are built by children, families, gardeners and nature lovers reflecting their creativity, joy and pride.

The simple challenge of creating a fairy house gives children a unique activity that encourages them to go outside and connect with the natural world, nurturing care and respect for the environment.

Fairy House's

Books & Ideas connecting children with nature
....with a Pinch of Magic!

• About Fairy Houses
• Parents
• Education
• http://www.fairyhouses.com

Writing

Writing

I feel is very important but, with the little ones I don't push it too much. I have laid Items out for Aubrie to do since she was 2 years old. Only,so she felt that she too had something to do while I taught her older siblings. If she is to pick up a pencil or tweezers etc.... I do show her how to hold it properly and always start at the top. I have to admit... She has been the EASIEST as far as learning/teaching.
(which ever came first)?
I haven't had to help her since she was 2 1/2....
SO Proud of you Sweet Pea!
More than any thing,
she LOVES IT!

Oak Glen ~

Oak Glen

is a living history interpretation of the American Revolution, Civil War, Gold Rush Era, and the pioneering history of Old Oak Glen itself. Nearly 70,000 guests visit the farm every year to experience the sights and sounds of America's past.
The grounds and buildings constitute interpretations of early American architecture and include a post and bean "public house," a bakery, cider barn, colonial public house restaurant, and summer kitchen.