Objective

By the end of this lesson, Elisabeth will be able to identify and understand the four seasons through hands-on forest education activities.

Materials and Prep

• Appropriate clothing for outdoor exploration
• No materials needed, just a curious mind!

Activities

• Nature Walk: Take a walk through the forest and observe the changes in trees, plants, and weather for each season.
• Season Sorting Game: Collect natural items that represent each season and sort them into categories.
• Seasonal Art: Create a seasonal nature collage using leaves, twigs, and flowers found in the forest.
• Seasonal Dance: Move and dance to music that represents each season, such as lively music for summer and gentle music for winter.

Talking Points

• Spring: "Spring is when flowers bloom, and animals wake up from their winter sleep."
• Summer: "Summer is when the sun shines bright, and we can play in the warm weather."
• Fall: "Fall is when leaves change colors and fall from the trees, making the ground colorful."
• Winter: "Winter is when snow falls, and we can build snowmen and have fun in the cold."