Science Wonderland

On a sunny day following a wintry storm, I took a stroll with the family kids to a nearby forest.


Upon reaching our destination, I was astonished by a captivating sight on the ground that resembled a giant hand. Taking a closer look, it became evident that this scene was a natural phenomenon, devoid of human intervention. Before unveiling the science behind the image, I invite you to observe it well and try to decipher the natural phenomena that caused it. After which, we will delve into the marvels of science behind its creation.

The Giant Hand

It took me a few moments to realise the science behind it. This was once a spot full of water, with yellow powder in it. When water evaporated on sunny days, it resulted in the formation of a yellowish edge encircling the perimeter.

You may ask yourself: “ What is the source of this yellow powder?”

Being in the forest, I directly related it to the tree pollen. To confirm my hypotheses, I shake the branches of the nearest tree, and the yellow pollen spreads from it like magic, verifying the mystery behind the natural scene.


A closer look at the giant hand

Pollen Shower

As parents, let’s step into nature’s classroom with our children, where every walk becomes a lesson, and every discovery a story. Let’s trade screens for the wonders of the natural world, where the simplest scenes hold the greatest mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Together, let’s nurture a curiosity for the world around us and ignite a passion for learning that extends far beyond the confines of a screen. Let’s create memories that last a lifetime and instill a love for nature that will flourish for generations to come.

As teachers, let’s break free from the confines of the classroom walls and invite science to dance under the open sky. As educators, let’s guide our students beyond textbooks and into the realm of firsthand experience. Encourage them to touch, smell, and observe the wonders of the natural world, sparking curiosity and inquiry with every step. Because true learning isn’t confined to four walls, it flourishes in the vast expanse of nature’s classroom, where every observation leads to a question waiting to be explored and investigated.

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