Objective
By the end of this lesson, Elisabeth will be able to explore the outdoor environment using her senses to observe and learn about the world around her.
Materials and Prep
Materials: Nothing required
Prep: Find a safe outdoor area for exploration
Activities
1. Nature Scavenger Hunt: Encourage Elisabeth to find items in nature using her senses - like something rough, something smooth, something that makes a sound when touched.
2. Sensory Nature Walk: Take a walk and encourage Elisabeth to touch different textures, smell flowers, listen to birds, and observe colors in the environment.
3. Cloud Watching: Lie down and watch the clouds, discussing what shapes they resemble and how they move across the sky.
Talking Points
- "Nature is full of interesting things to see, touch, smell, and hear. Let's use all our senses to explore!"
- "What do you feel when you touch this tree bark? Is it rough or smooth?"
- "Can you smell the flowers? What do they remind you of?"
- "Look at the clouds in the sky, what shapes do you see? Do they look like animals or objects?"