Explore A Local Monument

Your Child Will Learn

Monuments are natural or manmade structures that celebrates a special person or historical moment 

Here’s What to Do

1. Visit a local monument that your child can physically interact with through sight, sound, or touch 
2. Explain who the monument represents or the historical moment it celebrates
3. Take a book or clipboard and some paper, pencils, crayons, markers, or colored pencils with you and have your child draw a picture of the monument

Put PEER Into Action

PAUSE

• Show your child a photo of the monument before your visit to gain their interest

ENGAGE

• Ask your child to describe the monument, such as its size, shape, color, and texture
• Have your child decide how they want to view the monument while they draw, such as far away, up close, or a side view 

ENCOURAGE

• Ask your child what colors and shapes they will use in their drawing of the monument
• Compliment specific aspects of your child’s drawing

REFLECT

• Ask your child, what do you like about this monument or what parts get your attention?

Not Quite Ready

Sit side-by-side with your child and create your own drawing of the monument to demonstrate observation skills

Ready for More

Read a nonfiction children’s book about the person or historical event that the monument represents 

As Your Child Masters This Skill

They will be curious about and show interest in learning more information about monuments

Time to Complete

15-30 minutes

Materials Needed

Hard book or clipboard, paper, pencils, crayons, markers, or colored pencils