It actually makes perfect sense. Worms in the library. What better place to investigate and inquire about a topic most students know very little about? Ms. Carden from the Garden was kind enough to offer the library a chance to host an earthworm farm. Students were given the opportunity to hold, touch or just observe the worms.
The excitement is off the charts! Many students LOVE to hold the worms! They love to watch them wiggle and feel the cool movement in their hand. And, we are learning so many unexpected and amazing facts about worms. Did you know that worms have five hearts? Or that worms lay their eggs in tiny cocoons? In fact, we have dozens of cocoons in our worm farm right now. We also figured out how to identify an adult worm versus a young worm.
Most interestingly, we have learned how important worms are in their ecosystem. Worms have important work to do helping breakdown matter in the soil and helping to provide plants with air, water and fertilizer. Many students are surprised to discover that worms, which they may have been afraid of previously, are actually helpful and gentle.
Without prompting, many students are choosing to investigate worms using books and digital resources. Students are drawing worms, labeling diagrams, telling stories and even naming their new friends. We are researchers and naturalists in our library!
We love how curious and interested our learners are about our new library visitors. Look out for more about the worm farm. All are welcome to visit and do some investigating of your own.
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