A solar eclipse happens when the moon passes in front of the sun during the day.
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Bugs to Love
I love the beneficial insects in my garden. Here is a little lesson about them and some free printables at montessorimom.com
Ladybug Power
Ladybugs are a beneficial insect in your garden. They eat many of the pests that attack your plants. Here are some printouts of the life cycle and parts of the ladybug.
Glitter Rock Walk
Today while walking on my favorite trail I observed how happy some preschool children were walking and observing the shinning rocks with mica. They called them “glitter rocks.” It was amazing how beautiful a simple walk was made special with glitter rocks.
Check out more ideas for preschool activities at montessorimom.com
New Years Eve Comet
Check out the night sky in the Northern Hemisphere this New Years Eve for an amazing display of a comet flying by the left side of the crescent moon.
NASA has some great information how to view this comet.
Check out more about comets and free printouts at montessorimom.com
All About Ants
Ants are amazing creatures. They seem to cover most of the earth. They inhabit every continent except Antarctica. Check out more about ants and print out the free science cards at montessorimom.com
Ants are fun to study in your own backyard!
Praying Mantis
I found a huge praying mantis in my yard this fall. It was so incredible looking that I had to learn more about this fascinating insect.
Here is some more information about the praying mantis at montessorimom.com. Check out the free reading printouts too.
Leaves
Why do leaves change colors in the fall? Find out at montessorimom.com Check out the free printouts too!
Free Honey Bees Printout
Honey bees are eusocial insects. They live in a social hive with a queen, drones and workers. Their life is an example of cooperation.
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Free Pumpkin Printout
Check out at this free printout at montessorimom.com Pumpkins have a hard surface on the outside and a soft inside.