Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets

Synopsis

Nature Explorer is full of wildlife fun, perfect for inquisitive children who love to explore.Toddlers can discover and learn about different types of animals and plant life in the garden, pond and woodland.Includes 15 shaped pieces to play with and fit into the big board book, encouraging hand-eye coordination and problem solving skills.

Summary

Chapter One

In the first chapter of the book, Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets, readers are taken on an adventure into the heart of the wilderness. The objective of the chapter is to introduce children to the wonderful world of nature exploration and to help them build a strong foundation for the rest of the book. During this exploration, children will learn about trees, flowers, and other natural elements of the outdoors. To bring the experience to life, the author provides various hands-on activities such as exploring different types of tree leaves, collecting insects, and playing nature related games. An example of a hands-on activity would be to go outside and collect a variety of leaves from different trees. With each leaf, kids can observe its shape, size, color, and texture. Then, they can draw what they find or make a leaf rubbing and journal about it. This activity allows kids to observe the outdoors up close and become more familiar with the natural world.

Chapter Two

In chapter two of Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets, children take their adventure even further. Here, they are encouraged to dive into their imaginations and explore different nature role playing activities. In particular, children are asked to use the pretend sets provided in the book to create many creative stories. These sets feature landscapes, characters, and products, all of which help spark creative storytelling opportunities. As an example, a child may use the pretend sets to illustrate an adventurous story about discovering a secret cave. Utilizing each set’s various pieces, a child can construct the cave and create characters for their story. Through this pretend play, children develop a better understanding of different elements of nature and how they interact with one another.

Chapter Three

In the third chapter of Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets, children are introduced to a variety of outdoor activities. These activities are designed to help children appreciate and learn more about the great outdoors. Activities such as nature walks, camping, and bird watching, help children to gain an even further understanding of the natural world. An example of an outdoor activity is a nature hike. During this activity, children can learn about the various creatures that inhabit a particular area. They may also explore the terrain and observe different plants, rocks, and more. After each activity, children can record their observations in their nature journal and document the amazing things they saw and discovered.

Chapter Four

The fourth chapter of Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets is all about recycling and reusing found objects. Here, children are encouraged to use their creativity to come up with many creative ways to repurpose everyday items that they may find around their home or in nature. An example of a reused material could be old cardboard boxes. With a little imagination, a child can transform the cardboard boxes into a pretend spaceship or a castle. Doing this helps to teach children the importance of reusing and repurposing items that they find to create fun and unique play experiences.

Chapter Five

The fifth and final chapter of Nature Explorer- Let's Pretend Sets is all about the importance of caring for our planet. Here, children learn about the impacts of pollution and deforestation and how they can contribute to preserving and protecting the environment. The chapter includes activities such as creating art projects that conserve natural resources, planting trees and flowers, and cleaning up parks and playgrounds. An example of a conservation activity would be to plant a tree in a local park. Planting a tree helps to provide oxygen to help maintain healthy air, and it can also give kids a sense of responsibility and ownership, as they can watch their tree grow over time. A tree will act as a reminder of how everyone can take small steps to make our environment healthier and more sustainable.