Geography Adventure

Your Child Will Learn

About natural landmarks in your community

Choose a natural landmark near your community to visit (like: rivers, ponds, mountains, valleys, oceans, caves, waterfalls, parks, forests, etc.). Bring snacks and clothes for outdoor play.
Once you arrive at your destination, show your child things you notice about the environment.
If possible, let your child explore the area.
Take pictures of your adventure (or draw the scenery). At bedtime, look back at the pictures and talk about what you saw.

PAUSE

With your child, close your eyes and notice the sounds all around you. Tell your child about the sounds you’re hearing, and ask what they’re hearing.

ENGAGE

“Mateo, see the river? The river ends here but it starts a long way away from here. I’m noticing how there are tall cliffs on one side of the river, but on this side of the river it’s flat.”
“I’m noticing the bridge over there. Why do you think people built the bridge there?”

ENCOURAGE

Children this age like exploring with all their senses. If possible, let them touch natural features like water, mud, rocks and sand, and encourage them to smell flowers and plants.
If your child seems interested in a particular area, let them spend some time playing there.

REFLECT

Tell your child why you liked exploring with them. Ask them what they liked about your adventure.

While your child might not understand everything you show them on your adventure, they are still learning new vocabulary and concepts.

Have your child draw a picture of the area you visit and label the landmarks for them.

They will be able to recognize natural landmarks and appreciate nature.

Variable

A smartphone or camera, or paper and drawing materials