Let’s go for a walk in the woods!

Hold my hand. We walk on the path. Look up at big trees. Listen: tweet, tweet — a bird!

• Step 1: Hold hands with an adult.
• Step 2: Walk slowly on the path.
• Step 3: Look for colors — green leaves, brown tree, red berry (do not taste).
• Step 4: Listen for sounds — birds, wind, leaves crunching.
• Step 5: Touch gently — soft moss, rough bark. Do not touch mushrooms or unknown plants.
• Step 6: Find a stick or a leaf. Say its color and size.

Play a little game: "I spy" — I spy something green! Can you point?

Sing a tiny song: "Leaves are swishy, trees are tall, we walk slowly — that’s all!"

Quick caregiver notes

• Bring water, a snack, hat, sturdy shoes, wipes, and a change of clothes.
• Keep the child within arm's reach and stay on the trail.
• Watch for trip roots, puddles, and plants to avoid (remember: leaves of three, let it be).
• Use a stroller or carrier if little legs get tired.

Have fun! Look, listen, touch gently — then come home for a cozy snack.