Materials
Bucket or bag
Directions
Take a nature hike with your cihild at a local park or in your backyard and gather a variety of leaves, acorns, nuts, etc. that are different in size and shape. Once home, spread the collection around on your work table. Point out different sizes and shapes. Invite your child to put things in piles – acorns, leaves, sticks, etc. Talk about the different characteristics.
Lesson Extensions
- Count each pile. What is the largest collection? What was the least amount collected?
- Make patterns with the nature materials
- Make a nature collage once you’re done exploring all the nature items