Objective
By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to identify different birds, ducks, and turtles around Libby Lake while engaging in physical activity and expressing their observations through art.
Materials and Prep
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Water bottle to stay hydrated
- A notebook or sketchbook for drawing
- Colored pencils or crayons (if available)
- Curiosity and a sense of adventure!
Before the lesson, it's important to explain the importance of nature and being respectful to the animals we see. Make sure to check the weather to ensure a pleasant walk!
Activities
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Nature Walk: Take a leisurely walk around Libby Lake. Encourage the student to observe their surroundings, looking for birds, ducks, and turtles. Ask them to point out any interesting plants or animals they see.
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Bird Watching: Spend some time sitting quietly by the lake and watching the birds. Use this time to discuss the different types of birds they see. Ask questions like, "What colors do you see?" and "How do the birds move?"
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Art Time: After the walk, find a nice spot to sit and draw what they saw. They can draw the birds, ducks, or turtles, and use colors to make their artwork vibrant. Encourage them to describe their drawings to you.
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Movement Games: Play a game of "Duck, Duck, Goose" or create a fun obstacle course using natural elements like logs or rocks to jump over, mimicking the movements of the animals they observed.
Talking Points
- "Look at all the different colors of the birds! What colors do you see?"
- "Can you hear the ducks quacking? What do you think they are saying?"
- "If you were a turtle, where would you like to sunbathe?"
- "What do you think birds eat? Let's imagine a bird's favorite snack!"
- "How does it feel to walk on the grass and the path? Can you feel the difference?"
- "What do you love most about our time outside? Let's draw that!"