We had the most wonderful time down in Fish Creek Park this week! We were inspired by Frank Serafini's book - Looking Closely Through The Forest - and did lots of our own looking closely! While enjoying our time connecting to the land, we discovered many different treasures...dew drops on leaves, interestingly shaped rocks, flower patterns, mossy trees, flying and crawling insects, spiders, ducks, natural and man-made structures and so much more! It was great to hear the students making observations, connecting to background knowledge as well as asking thoughtful questions.
Learning Intentions:
- Children examine and describe surrounding environments
I Can:
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Use the senses to make observations about environments
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Ask questions about surrounding environments
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Demonstrate respect while interacting with environments
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Identify natural and constructed objects in surrounding environments
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Represent objects found in nature and those constructed by humans
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Record observations of changes in environments
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Discuss the importance of protecting and respecting environments
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Identify ways to protect and respect environments
Reflect on what is personally considered to be beautiful and appreciated in nature
