“…Well, come on all you people,
gather ‘round.
Break down and listen to…
decomposition…”
–Decomposition by Steve Van Zandt and the Banana Slug String Band
With pumpkins all around at this time of year, there’s ample opportunity to watch decomposition in action. Leave your jack-o-lanterns out to observe the process.
How does the color change?
How does the texture change?
How does the smell change?
How does the shape change?
What creatures do you notice visiting the pumpkin?
Here are some books to go along with the pumpkin decomposition observations:
