Kids may not even realize they are practicing their names (letters, words, numbers, etc.) with this fun, outdoor activity.
You will need: sticks, pinecones, leaves, moss and a flat surface.
1. Help your kids collect sticks, pinecones, leaves, moss, etc. This may be a teachable moment to discuss nature while you are collecting items together. Talk about what you see, what you smell, what you feel, etc. Prompt your kids to do the same.
2. Demonstrate how to form letters, words, and numbers using nature. There are no mistakes here.
3. Allow for practice. Last time I checked, there were plenty of sticks and leaves at the park. Promote lots of practice…even if you have to go on several stick hunts together.
4. Encourage your kids to spell other words or practice forming letters, depending on their age and ability.
5. Enjoy the fresh air and nature while learning together!
If you are looking for some children’s books about nature, here are some of my kiddos’ and my favorites:
Fun With Nature: Take Along Guide
More Fun With Nature
The Tiny Seed
How a Seed Grows
National Geographic Readers: Seed to Plant
The Magic School Bus Plants Seeds: A Book About How Living Things Grow
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I did these activities with my now 8 year old when he was 3 and 4. He loved it 🙂
What a fun way to encourage learning. The kids are sure not to get bored. So smart. Thank you for linking up to Tips and Tricks. I hope to see you again this week.
My kids would have loved this activity when they were preschoolers. Looks like fun!
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Thank you, alaynascreations for your warm welcome!!
That’s a great way to combine learning with nature and fun outdoors.
Thanks for linking #LetKidsBeKids
I love this idea and will be trying it out with my daughter. Thanks for linking to #familyfrugallinky. You are being featured on my blog in tomorrows linky so hope to see you over again!
Thank you for your kind words and for sharing on the familyfrugallinky! I hope your daughter enjoys it!! 🙂