Shutter Bugs

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Mr. Painter has always believed in putting power in the student's hands when it comes to the garden.  Mr. Painter always has his camera in his pocket to record insect activity because in one second it can vanish.

Students began asking if they too could bring cameras. Of course the answer was yes, with written parent permission.  Students begin to look like little Mr. Painters exploring the garden. 

The level of interest rose and students helped one another with observations.

The Eastern Black Swallowtail caterpillar was ready to be famous.

When caterpillars were discovered on the playground it became another opportunity to document.

Lab explorations were shot to show parents at home.

This little guy was recorded before being feed to the chickens in the chicken coop.

Any afternoon spent with Mr. Painter is a learning opportunity.