Butterflies...

Uncle Zachie and Auntie Lorna sent Gavin some caterpillars for his birthday back in September. We had some friends who had done this--watching the caterpillars become butterflies--and we thought that our boys would really enjoy it, too. The above picture is Gavin with honey on his hand, waiting for the butterflies to land on him. Then we could watch them unroll their party-favor-like tongues when they ate. So cool!

And then, after they had lived in their habitat indoors for a bit and once their wings were strong enough, we released them outdoors. Gavin admired each one before they flew away.

And Gagie was so eager to have one land on him, and finally it happened! You can imagine how much they both enjoy the Butterfly Pavilion. But, if you're looking for a great pre-school gift, you should seriously consider the caterpillar route. It makes for some wonderful, hands-on learning about the insect's life cycle.