- Identified and named different types of trees and plants in English
- Learned new vocabulary words related to nature and the environment
- Practiced basic conversation skills by asking questions and responding to prompts from a parent or caregiver
- Recognized and read signs in English, such as park rules and directions
- Observed and described the behavior of animals, such as squirrels and birds, in English
To continue developing foreign language skills while exploring public parks, parents or caregivers can:
- Encourage the child to describe what they see and hear in English, using descriptive words and phrases
- Play games that involve identifying and naming different objects or animals in English
- Read books or watch videos about nature and the environment in English, and discuss what the child learned
- Practice basic conversation skills by role-playing different scenarios, such as ordering food at a park concession stand or asking for directions