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Sometimes, a rock might be smooth to touch, and sometimes very rough. It could be heavy, or light. In this activity, you will investigate some objects you find outside, and decide on groups to sort them into.

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EYLF Learning Outcomes

Outcome 2: Children are connected with and contribute to their world
Outcome 4: Children are involved and confident learners
Outcome 5: Children are effective communicators

Curriculum connections: Mathematics, Science, Numeracy, Critical and Creative Thinking

If you have an enclosed garden, your kid/s can collect the objects on their own. Keep and eye on them to make sure they’re not touching anything dangerous, prickly or unhygienic (!). When they finish collecting, prompt them with questions to help them come up with sorting categories and description words for their chosen option. Give your kid/s a few seconds to think before answering as this well help them sort and recall information before they respond. This will reinforce their own knowledge and confidence.

Ideal for: Early Learning Ages 3 – 4

Themes:

fresh air
playtime
brain teasers

Time required: 15 minutes

Safety advice: When you are exploring nature, look with your eyes before your hands, in case there are hidden prickles or insects.

Younger kids will need support to complete this activity.

Learning@Home from Cool Australia

Learning@Home resources are designed for parents and teachers to use with children in the home environment. They can be used as stand-alone activities or built into existing curriculum-aligned learning programs. Our Learning@Home series includes two types of resources. The first are fun and challenging real-world activities for all ages, the second are self-directed lessons for upper primary and secondary students. These lessons support independent learning in remote or school settings.

Access to outdoors
Collection of natural objects (found on your walk, or pre-prepared)
Plant Patterns and Shapes Flashcards

Categories In Nature (home learning)

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