We learn by doing, right? And our kids love to get dirty...I mean, ACTIVE, right? So let's have some fun teaching them about not only spring, but the world around them. I've rounded up a few projects that will help keep your little munchkins active while they're learning a thing or two along the way.
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Make your own rain gauge. Make it even more fun by using this printable to track and chart the results!
Do some fern prints! You can easily use any sort of leaf if you don't have ferns around. In fact, that could be a fun way to explore your area and help them learn about the different shapes of leaves and how each represents a different type of tree. Nature walk, anyone?
I think I know what we'll be doing this weekend. This is so cool! Ella and Ethan would really dig this--ha! Their little hands will love helping to make it. Later, we'll all be able to watch as the worms move and create tunnels, helping the kids understand what an important role worms actually do play in contributing to healthy plant life.
An easy recipe for great learning...and you get to recycle your coffee grounds. Paint the fossils when you're done, or add a magnet to help finish them off.
When you can't make it outside due to rainy weather, have a discussion about rain (while your newly made rain gauge is filling up) as you make a rain stick. Super fun and super easy. If you have a roll of wrapping paper, you might consider using the core instead of using a paper towel roll for something a little sturdier. Decorate the outside as simply or as creatively as you want--feathers, beads, stick on jewels, paint, markers, stickers, etc.
Story Stones! Love this idea. It's another excuse to go on a nature walk with your little ones while on the hunt for smooth stones. Use pics from magazines, stickers, or even use a printable bingo card like this one for some great (and small) pictures to use on your stones.
Play with shadows and time by creating a sun dial. For something a little more permanent, use a terra cotta plant tray instead of the paper plate and a dowel or skewer instead of the straw. Paint it up for a pretty and functional garden accessory. Help your kiddos countdown to lunchtime (or other activity) by asking them to tell you when the shadow reaches a specific number.