This is a great activity for
the kids when the seasons are changing to help them
see the differences, and find "treasures".
Gather these items and place in a
lunchbox, tote bag or even a large ziploc bag:
*notebook for each child
*sharpened pencils
*crayons
*magnifying glass (plastic)
Instruct them to take notice what
is around them outside. Early morning or early
evening are always good times for this. Let each
family member go into the yard or a park and see
what they can find! If it's alive have them sketch
it. If it's dried or something such as a stone or
leaf let them keep it in their box. The notebook
will become a journal of what they see or hear! The
library will have nature books you can check out to
look up the things they find. Also keep an eye out
at garage sales and thrift stores for nature books.
You would be surprised how quickly your "library"
will grow.
For more backyard activities visit
The Treehouse
at http://www.seedsofknowledge.com/treehouse.htm
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