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Shannon has a M.S. in Geology, is a teacher in a Waldorf School and has background as a children's yoga teacher.

She is passionate about connecting children to themselves and to the natural world.

About Backyard Mama

Backyard Mama's mission is for every child to spend time outside every day.

The intention of this blog is to offer inspiration to do that. Take this tips and tools and use them, or contact me and I can run a program at your center.

Our programs take many forms:
* classes in your school or childcare center
* classes for camps or nature centers
* professional development through conferences and workshops
* professional development designed for your staff
* community workshops at libraries and agencies

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Butterfly Paradise

On Monday, the Little Bear Daycare took a field trip to The Farmer’s Daughter’s Butterfly Pavilion.

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The pavilion entrance was decorated beautifully with flowers and this cut-out caterpillar.

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Inside were tons of flowers and milkweed.

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We noticed this caterpillar shaking out of its caterpillar skin to become a chrysalis.

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Butterflies, caterpillars and crysalis’ were everywhere.

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One chrysalis had turned black (transparent) and the butterfly was about to emerge.

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While we were there it did! Here’s the butterfly drying its new wings ready to take flight.

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The children had a blast.

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Jeremiah had so much fun, he needed a break!

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So, we took a wagon ride.

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To the raspberry patch!

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And picked an afternoon snack.

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The butterfly pavilion is open from 10 am to 4 pm daily.  The last butterfly release will be on October 4th during the harvest festival.  Call 401-792-1340 or check out their webpage for more information.

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