#111- FOR THE GROWNUPS- Recently, Jen was asked to give a talk at the Shoals Homeschool Expo, and we thought some of our listeners may enjoy hearing a recording.
10 Aug 2023
Jack tells All about Gourds
#109- Jack discovered volunteer gourds in our yard and was interested in finding out how to dry the gourds. He tells us what he learned.
30 Jul 2023
Cullen's Questions #4: Native Vines
Minisode #4: Cullen wants to know about Trumpet Vine, Cross Vine, and Poison Ivy.
25 Jul 2023
Growing Gardeners and the Truth about Mandrakes
#108- We’re discovering more about plants mentioned during our summer reading! Jack has been reading Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. Are the screaming baby mandrakes real?!?! In this episode, we find out the truth! Sources: “Wicked Plants” by Amy Stewart; “Solomon Described Plants” by Lytton John Musselman; www.museumofhealthcare.blog
21 Jun 2023
Solomon’s Seal
#107: Jack and I have a discussion about the novel My Side of the Mountain and one of the plants mentioned there.
17 Jun 2023
Cullen’s Questions #3: Plant Life Cycle and Pollination
Minisode #3: Cullen wants to know about the life cycle of a plant and about pollinators.
3 May 2023
Water Lilies: On Location in Bankhead National Forest
#106: Our family takes a trip to Bankhead National Forest, and Jack and mom discuss water lilies.
29 Apr 2023
Cullen’s Questions #2: Companions and Poison
Minisode #2: Cullen has some followup questions about sunflowers and poisonous plants.
25 Apr 2023
You're My Sunflower
#105- Jack asks Mom some questions about Sunflowers. ………………Sources: wikipedia.com; almanac.com; jokes.best; upjoke.com; gardenerspath.com; whisperingbooks.com
20 Apr 2023
Belladonna
Episode #104: Jack and I discuss the Deadly Nightshade plant. From it's very interesting history, to its medicinal uses and folklore, we had fun with this discussion!
19 Apr 2023
Cullen’s Questions #1: Trees
Minisode #1: Cullen asks and Mom answers. Today’s topic: Trees.
12 Apr 2023
8 o’clock or Evening Primrose?::Family Plant Mystery
#103: Jack and I discovered a family plant mystery and buckled down to follow the clues and find the answers.
7 Apr 2023
Red Hot Chile…
Ep. #102: Today, Jack and I get into a discussion about peppers. There’s a lot to learn…and some jokes!
3 Apr 2023
Ode to Tomatoes
Ep. #101: Jack (9) and Jen (mom) sit down to learn all about one of the country's most favorite plants (whether we realize it or not)— tomatoes!……………………………… Sources: bonnieplants.com, wikipedia, nationalgeographickids.com, history.com, yourdailypoem.com
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