Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to recognize and name different elements of nature, such as trees, flowers, and animals, and understand basic concepts related to nature and the environment.

Materials and Prep

Materials: None required

Prep: Familiarize yourself with different elements of nature in your surroundings.

Activities

1. Nature Walk: Take a nature walk in your backyard or a nearby park. Observe and point out different elements of nature such as trees, flowers, and animals. Discuss their colors, shapes, and sizes.

2. Nature Storytime: Read a nature-themed storybook together. After reading, ask the student questions about the story and encourage them to share their thoughts and feelings about nature.

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Look at the tall tree! It has green leaves and a brown trunk. Trees give us shade and help us breathe."
• "Do you see the colorful flowers? They come in different shapes and sizes. Flowers make the world beautiful."
• "Look, there's a little bird! Birds have feathers and they can fly in the sky. They sing sweet songs."