Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will have explored their outdoor environment, engaged in physical activity, and developed their observation skills while having fun playing outside.

Materials and Prep

• No materials are needed for this lesson.
• Ensure a safe outdoor space is available for activities.
• Be aware of the weather to ensure it's suitable for playing outside.

Activities

• Nature Scavenger Hunt:

  Go on a scavenger hunt to find different items in nature, like leaves, rocks, or flowers. You can use your eyes to look for colors and shapes!

• Obstacle Course:

  Create a fun obstacle course using natural elements like trees, rocks, and grass. Jump over sticks, crawl under branches, and run around trees!

• Shadow Play:

  Stand in the sunlight and see your shadow! Move around and make different shapes with your body, and watch how your shadow changes.

• Nature Art:

  Collect leaves, sticks, and flowers to create art on the ground. Arrange them in fun patterns or shapes!

Talking Points

• "What colors do you see in the leaves?"
• "Can you feel the grass under your feet? Is it soft or tickly?"
• "Look at your shadow! Can you make it dance?"
• "What shape can we make with these sticks? Let's make a triangle!"