We had a very "hands-on" learning day today.  Not necessarily that I planned it that way, my kids just woke up in a very hands-on mood and thus learning seemed to naturally gravitate that way.  After some quick bookwork we....

...observed the beauty of snowflakes (we NEVER tire of that)

...periodically measured the new snowfall (at nightfall, we were up to 6"!)

...celebrated that our crocus baby had opened up so beautifully

...started a root vegetable tabletop garden

(we will be adding more vegetables when the BLIZZARD stops and allows us to go to the store!)

The idea came from Hearts and Trees Blog.

...planted bean and wheat seeds to observe sprouting

...started keeping a "Plant Journal" for our seeds

(I've attached the "plant journal" form that I made in my Files to Share section on the

right column of my blog in case you'd like it)

It's been an exhausting, but very fun-filled day!  I love doing things hands-on, as long as we can keep up with the messes!  It's so worth it.

I can't believe the amount of snow that is falling, it's crazy!  The last I heard by tomorrow afternoon, we could have over a foot of snow!!!!  You just never know in March.  I think we are officially "snowed-in."  Good thing there's plenty of milk in the fridge.  I'll post pictures of the snow tomorrow.