In like a Lion and out like a Lamb

Welcome to March 2021.  We all know the proverb In like a Lion and out like a Lamb.  Like most proverbs, it grew out of folklore, which are simply stories of a community, passed through the generations by word of mouth.   These stories are ways to explain and guide people on how to work with the seasons and nature for the best possible outcome.  

In like a lion, out like a lamb is definitely rooted in the fact that March (for those of us who live in the Northern Hemisphere) is the month of transition from winter to spring, from cold to warm and a new cycle of growth and life. In today’s post, I thought it might be interesting to share some history and ideas around this proverb that might be lesser-known, and provide some fun craft ideas for the KCC Kids.

 In Like A Lion Out Like A Lamb….DID YOU KNOW???

• This proverb is dated to have been around as far back as the eighteenth century

  • One of the earliest citations of this proverb is in a collection of proverbs from author Thomas Fuller in 1732 (Wise Sentences, and witty sayings, ancient and Modern)

•  One origin myth of this proverb is rooted in the stars above:

• At the start of March, LEO (zodiac) is the rising sign.

• At the end of March, Aries (zodiac) is the rising sign.

• It is rooted in the seasonal changes that take place at the start of the month of March (end of winter) and the end of the month (start of spring).

  • There are seasons of exceptions where it is reversed and the month comes in like a lamb and goes out as a lion.

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 Paper Plate FUN!

Supplies

1. Two paper plates

2. Marker/Crayons

3. Brown, Yellow, and White Construction Paper

4. Glue

5. Cotton Balls

6. Scissors

 Easy as 1-2-3

 Pre-cut construction paper for the lion’s mane and ears for the lamb. Layout cotton balls for the lamb.

1. Draw a face in the middle of the plate

2. Glue either the paper or cotton balls around the edge of the plate. Be sure to leave room for the ears of the lamb.

 This craft was found online at the following link.  Click the link below to see a more detailed description of this craft. https://www.woojr.com/spring-in-like-a-lion-out-like-a-lamb-craft-project-for-kids/

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Supplies 

1. 2 paper plates with a circle cut from the center

2. 2 large craft sticks

3. Paint in choice of colour for the ears

4. Paintbrushes

5. Cotton Balls

6. Yarn cut into 3-4″ lengths

7. Glue

8. Tape

 Easy to do

1. Paint the centre of the plate the colour of the animal (orange for lion and grey for sheep).

2. Once the paint is dry, cut out the centre of the plate. These will be your ears for the mask. See the photo above for ideas on shape and size.

3. Put glue on the paper plate ring. Place either coloured yarn or cotton balls. Let this dry. May take an hour or longer.

4. Attach the popsicle stick with tape.

5. Place in front of your face and explore being a lion or lamb.

 This craft was found online at the following link.  Click the link below to see a more detailed description of this craft. https://www.stirthewonder.com/like-lion-like-lamb-mask-crafts/

 We would love to see any crafts you and your kids create.  Please be sure to share them with us!

Lastly, don’t forget to check your email for a copy of our March Calendar! Here you will fun lots of fun and informative virtual events for our KCC Kids, their siblings and caregivers, throughout the month of March. If you didn’t receive your calendar, or should you have any questions about it, please don’t hesitate to contact us!