The preschoolers have been planting in the garden like crazy. Starting in November the class began planting bulbs out in front of the school. Over two weeks we planted over 170 flower bulbs! We should be seeing the results "pop" up soon.
On January 11th we began planting our spring garden. First we planted a strawberry hanging basket and a row of sweet peas. The sweat peas are already 6" high! About a week later the children dug 6" holes for potatoes. They dropped their seed potato carefully into each hole and buried them. Next we planted tomatoes and eggplant which are growing in the classroom to give them a headstart. Carrots were planted in front of the potatoes. The children worked hard to dig up the ground and mix in sand. 
They are learning so many new things about measuring, like how far apart the seeds must go or how deep they must be planted. They are seeing the different varieties of seeds, feeling the textures of dirt, sand, seeds. water and sun on our skin. We are painting in the garden. We have even made signs for our garden. Stop by and visit soon.
