These lesson plans were created from the extensive lesson plans written by Wendy Drezek.
Research has shown that children who spend time outdoors are happier, healthier, and smarter. Being outdoors also reduces stress and boosts immune systems, something we could all benefit from.
We are creating do-at-home guides to the popular Growing Up Wild and Starting Out Wild Programs that are designed to foster a love of nature and the outdoors in young children.
These lessons are designed with you in mind. They have instructions for you to guide your little ones outside on an exploration of a specific topic.
Throughout the lesson plans, there will be suggested questions you can ask your child to get them thinking. Even if they are not speaking yet, these questions are important to help direct their attention and guide your activities. Plus, conversations — even one-sided ones — boost language learning in children.
We hope you enjoy these lessons and are able to spend some quality time outside with your child.