Learning Through "Discovery"Posted by: Connie McCarthy on May 14, 2010 in Kids Learning, Fun Learning Activities, Extracurricular Activities, Connie McCarthy |
Information is so meaningful when children learn through "discovery." My class just read a story about being a "Nature Detective." The discussion, following the story, led to some interesting ideas and comments about how they could become a "Nature Detective" in their own life! I wanted to share their excellent ideas and suggestions because they are easy, affordable, accessible, and a fun family thing to do on a nice day.
My students first considered places where they could be a "Nature Detective." Their suggestions included:
- Backyards
- Parks
- The beach
- Lakes and ponds
- Woods and hiking trails
Next they listed some things to "detect." Those included:
- Bugs
- Butterflies
- Leaves
- Shells
- Seaweed
- Pinecones
- Crabs and small fish
- Stones and small rocks
Then the children thought about ways to find and observe their nature treasures. Their ideas included:
What a great way for your child to use their imagination instead of the remote control!
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