Four-leaf clovers are real.
The probability of finding a four-leaf clover—long considered a symbol of luck—is probably near nil. Ditto if you are looking for a leprechaun, or a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow. But, our family has had the wonder of happening upon a four leaf clover. Twice. The first lucky find was a few years before the next. It defied all odds. And, it left us all admiring the emerald discoveries in awe.
Finding a four leaf clover is a statistical improbability. But, that is only if you don't factor in luck.
And, we seem to have a good amount of that.
5 lucky tips to finding your own four-leaf clover
1 Clovers grow in patches. Look for bunches growing together for many to search.
2 Farmers often plant clover to feed livestock. So, you may come across a whole field of red or white clover, with globe shaped blooms, attracting bees pollinating the clover pastures.
3 Clovers may also have more than four leaflets, but these are even rarer.
4 When you find a lucky four-leaf clover, place it between the pages of a book to flatten and dry, like we did. Then remember which book you placed it in—we didn't. Ours is still hidden between the pages of that forgotten book. I'm glad I took the picture we treasure, above. One day I expect we'll have another stroke of luck—Opening up the pages of one of our books and finding that four-leafed token of luck once again.
5 And, if you aren't finding any lucky clovers, remember to enjoy the search. Savor the day spent trying. Then, try some shamrock projects we found to share with you, below.
A field of clover in a field in front of my childhood home.
The clover wasn't the only nature discovery we took home in our memory that day. We found a tiny hatched egg too. Maybe our discoveries weren't all luck—but, a little slowing down to notice too.
Want more lucky projects for St. Patrick's Day or when teaching about Ireland? Find my treasured shamrock project discoveries to share with your own children or children you teach here—
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