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Mary had a little lamb,

 its fleece was white as snow . . . 

 Children love most anything to do with animals, but I think lambs and sheep hold a special place in their hearts, precious and gentle beings that they are.
 Look for a farm, festival or event  near you that features Sheep and Sheep shearing this spring 

  Children love to watch the shearing and know that it doesn't hurt the sheep, rather it's "getting a haircut" and being rid of the heavy coat for the warmer months ahead. Many places offer activities for children, or do your own at home with wool from the sheep. What farmer would pass up giving a child a chance to know about the journey of wool into clothing and items of warmth and craft.

Children love to wash the wool themselves, even the very young are quite capable.


                                                   Dipping . . . 

 and swishing

 

                                                                  and squeezing 

                                                         The water gets very dirty  . . . 

but so worth it in the end. . .

as the clean white wool dries in the sun 

  Four books that we LOVE and are read to the children, especially each year at sheep shearing time, are :

Children can also learn to card the wool, spin it, and use it in natural crafts.  Carding is a calming activity for children.  Stay tuned for more activities .

happy day!