Back to Nature

This week we were able to visit the "Back to Nature" space within the Churchill school yard. "Back to Nature" was designed by Churchill families. We are so lucky to have this space!

 

 

The visit to "Back to Nature" enabled all of the students to explore various plants and bugs within their natural habitat. We brought magnifying glasses to further investigate interesting things we encountered. This experience supported the children's natural curiosity about the world around them and encouraged learning within our outdoor classroom!

Hands on investigations through observation and focused exploration supported children's inquiry skills. Throughout the experience children were sharing in depth questions, predictions, and information about the environment and the insets within the space.

 

 

Look At What We Found!

 

Following this experience, the children decided to create a group for themselves. One child exclaimed, “Let’s be the nature kids! We protect nature, let's make sure we get everyone to sign the poster so we all work together.” When back in the classroom the children collaboratively worked on designing a poster for their environmental group.