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Children take time to observe habitats and animals on nature walks. |
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Conversations connect photos of clouds observed by children to illustrations of clouds in books. |
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Children look closely at insects, then draw what they see |
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Drawing to record observations of bark and other features of trees |
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Using tools (the magnifier) for observation |
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Comparing details of a rock collection |
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A drawing of a found rock, with dictations of a child's theory about it's age. After the child's presentation of his ideas to others in the class, this became a source of curriuclum for many weeks. |
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Rock research occurred spontaneously as a followup to indoor discussions |
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Using research books to identify, classify, and add to our knowledge of rocks and minerals |
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Comparisons of rocks continue |
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A child uses the magnifier to explore crystals |
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A followup to rock discussions was the exploration of fossils |
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Comparing, classifying and labeling familiar shells, using research tools |
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A discussion of air movement and wind leads to creative movement and dance |
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Seeing air in motion through the use of scarves on a windy day |
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Exploring sound and melody |
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Preparing puppets with which to tell the story of Swimmy by Leo Lionni |
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Using watercolors |
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Drawing and painting outdoors for free creative expression and to record observations |
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Planting and observing changes and growth over time |
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Adding a marigold border to the vegetable garden |
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Planting marigolds |
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Examining our harvest of radishes |
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Marigolds from the garden inspire printing activities |
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Constructing with outdoor blocks helps children connect to natural materials |
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Water play |
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