Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to explore and appreciate nature during a nature walk.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: comfortable walking shoes, a hat, a water bottle, and a small bag for collecting interesting things found on the walk.

Before the lesson: Make sure you have your walking shoes on and are ready for an adventure!

Activities

• Nature Scavenger Hunt: Look for specific items in nature like a pinecone, a yellow flower, or a smooth rock.
• Nature Sketching: Find a spot to sit and sketch your favorite plant or animal that you see on the walk.
• Leaf Rubbings: Collect different leaves and use crayons to make rubbings of their shapes on paper.

Talking Points

• "Nature is all around us, from the trees to the birds in the sky. Let's explore and see what we can find!"
• "What colors do you see in nature? Look at the green leaves, the blue sky, and the brown dirt beneath your feet."
• "Let's listen carefully. Can you hear the birds chirping or the leaves rustling in the wind?"
• "Nature is full of different shapes and textures. Feel the rough bark of a tree and the soft petals of a flower."
• "Remember to be gentle with nature. We want to observe and appreciate without harming anything we find."
• "Nature is like a big playground waiting for us to explore. Let's have fun and see what surprises we can discover!"