Daffodils are a very kid friendly type of flower. They are absolutely radiant with the colors. The bright yellow is often viewed as a symbol of happiness, joy, hope, and purity. All of these things are parallel with what children represent for us as well. Children love to grow things and so it is a great family project. Even young children can help with the watering and maintenance of them as they are growing.
In fact, for many families daffodils that they grow have come to symbolize unity of the family. A great deal of time is spent talking and bonding while they are working in their garden areas. Experiencing first hand how the efforts of their little hands can result in something so magnificent is something they will want to experience with them.
Many parents find themselves in a fast paced routine that isn’t healthy. Taking the time to plant daffodils with kids and even to take the to various festivals is a good way to relax and to slow down for a while. Before you know it those children are all grown up, so make sure everyone has plenty of fond memories to reflect back on.
Kids can also take part in making arrangements of daffodils for the home. They will be proud to display then when you have guests over for dinner. Even if it is just your regular family they will enjoy them at the dinner table. Perhaps you have friends or family with a birthday or that you want to express a token of appreciation to. A bouquet of daffodils that the kids present is a great way to bring a smile to their faces.
It is important for children to have a good appreciation of nature on a variety of levels. Unfortunately many children never do and so they take what is in front of them for granted. Get your children out of the house and into the arms of nature. The appreciation that they learn there as well as their gardening skills will last for a lifetime.
When it isn’t possible for kids to be working with daffodils outdoors, bring the images inside. Offer them plenty of materials to work with and let their imaginations take over. Daffodil art projects are a great way to lighten the mood when it is too cold to go outdoors during the winter months. They can also help kids to remain excited about the prospect of growing their own once again when it is time.
When it comes to flowers for children, daffodils are sure to be a hit. It doesn’t matter if you are talking about giving them or helping them to plant them. The memories that they can experience with these flowers will be a part of them as they move into adulthood. In fact, they may decide to carry on such traditions with their own children and grandchildren.
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The author, Sam Serio, is the promoter of the Chincoteague Daffodil Festival. For more information and to pick-up the FREE e-book “Daffodil Secrets Revealed,” please visit http://www.ChincoteagueDaffodilFestival.com
