Did you know that more than 80% of families now live in urban areas? Ensuring that our children develop a connection to nature is more important than ever. Whether it’s a city park or wilderness area there are many things to explore and discover and much to see and wonder about. Kids and green go together. Strap on the backpack and head out for some nature adventure.
In addition to appreciating nature, there are such kindergarten readiness skills as observing, categorizing, listening, expanding vocabulary and more. Ask your child what things does s/he see, hear, smell and feel? What kind of colors and shapes are there? In this patch, what things are growing?
By attaching learning on to kids’ enthusiasm and natural curiosity we make it fun and meaningful and promote readiness for kindergarten and a deep connection to the natural world. What kind of learning do you see?