Some educators believe that today's children spend so much time in front of screens that they lack experiences connecting to nature. Encouraging children to be "green kids" begins with providing them with large amounts of time in natural outdoor settings where they can play, explore and experience natural systems. Exploring the natural environment promotes curiosity, self-confidence, and ... continue reading...
EARTH DAY ART PROJECT
This is a fun art activity for children and the end results are bright colorful pictures for your Earth Day bulletin boards. The previous September the children had helped plant milkweed, chives wallflowers and salvia to create a butterfly garden. Our mild winters on the west coast of BC, Canada makes this possible. Refresh the children's memories by showing them pictures of the butterfly ... continue reading...
KINDERGARTEN EARTH DAY
The leaf rubbing planet Earth activity below develops children's awareness of Earth Day. Plant rubbings are a fun activity for a kindergarten Earth Day as new leaves and weeds are sprouting, the days are warmer and the kids are itching to get outside. Combine Earth Day teaching with the leaf rubbings to remind children to care for the planet. Go on a nature walk and have each child ... continue reading...
PICTURE BOOK DVDS FOR KIDS
If you're looking for DVDs to enhance your literacy program, animated picture book DVDs for kids are a great choice. They have a much slower pace and energy than many other DVDs, a benefit if you are trying to maintain a calm learning environment. I don't recommend using these as a substitute for reading classic picture books to children but highly recommend them if you have already read the ... continue reading...
TISSUE PAPER VALENTINES DAY ART
Combine Valentines Day art with your latest investigations. In this example, the children had been watching three different fish thanks to a parent who lent us an aquarium. The tissue paper and glue art activity below, provided opportunities for children to practice observing and drawing fish, as well as creating a fun Valentine's picture. With a little imagination, it's easy to practice art ... continue reading...
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