Materials: Scissors Assembly Directions: Print Laminate (optional) Cut out mat and sorting pieces Directions for play: Place the Seasons Cards in the correct order Learning Standards: Identifies changes in the environment A hands-on and engaging activity for preschoolers to learn about the changing seasons of a deciduous tree! This printable activity will help them understand […]
Materials List: – Tracing Leaves Worksheet – Pencil – Crayon or marker Preschool Learning Objectives: – Develop fine motor control and hand-eye coordination – Strengthen pre-writing skills through tracing – Practice focus and pencil grip Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Gather all materials needed for the activity. 2. Distribute the Tracing Leaves Worksheet to each child. […]
Materials List: – Large cardboard boxes – Branches or tree limbs – Binoculars – Games (such as board games or card games) – Blankets or cushions for seating – Books about trees or nature – Play food for a pretend picnic – Dress-up clothes such as explorer outfits or animal costumes Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. […]
Materials List: 1. Plastic bin or container 2. Potting soil or sand 3. Small tree branches or twigs 4. Leaves (real or artificial) 5. Pinecones 6. Miniature animals (optional) 7. Small shovel or spoon Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Identify the parts of a tree such as branches, leaves, and roots. 2. Develop sensory awareness by […]
Materials List: – Several different sized stumps Preschool Learning Objectives: – Gross motor skills development (climbing, jumping, balancing) – Hand-eye coordination – Spatial awareness – Following directions – Physical fitness Preschool Teacher Instructions: 1. Set up an obstacle course using the stumps in an open space. 2. Guide students to climb on and jump from […]
Materials List: – Camera or smartphone to take photos – Tree in your yard or nearby outdoor area – Collage-making materials (e.g. poster board, glue, markers) Preschool Learning Objectives: 1. Observation skills: Children will learn to observe and describe the changes in a tree throughout the year. 2. Seasonal awareness: Children will learn about the […]