Wednesday, June 22, 2011

Caterpillars and Kids, Preserving Our Wildlife

Caterpillars and Kids, Preserving Our Wildlife

Protecting Our Wildlife. How Can Kids Help?


It resonated with me strongly, knowing what I know about both caterpillars and kids. I have spent my professional life watching kids. I know their boundless curiosity, their innate desire to explore, and their fascination with critters and creepy-crawlies. I also recognize their inability to look ahead and see the results of their actions. I know that, unintentionally usually, children's exploration of tiny things can result in hurt for the creatures, and kids' reactions of surprise, confusion, and sometimes remorse.

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