We have Weevils!!

Today in our botany study, we read about oak trees making acorns. We learned that inside many of these acorns are Acorn Weevil larva. We have a collection of acorns from our many nature hikes, so DS7 decided to look for weevils. It didn't take long to find one! So now the acorn collection must be kept in the garage instead of the bedroom!! I knew acorns were abundant, but I didn't know that oak trees only produce a masting once every five years. I also did not know that an oak tree must be 20 years old before it produces acorns. Learning with your children is so rewarding!