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What age group	Preschool / Nursery
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🌟 Welcome to Science Adventures! 🚀

Objective:

To ignite curiosity and introduce young learners to the fascinating world of science through an engaging and interactive activity.

Lesson Starter: ‘Nature’s Treasure Hunt’ 🌼

Location:

Outdoor playground or a designated garden area.

Duration:

15-20 minutes.

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Introduction:

Today, we’ll begin our science lesson with a fun and exciting Nature's Treasure Hunt! Nature is full of amazing things waiting to be discovered. Are you ready to become little scientists and explore? Let’s go on an adventure to find treasures that are all around us!

Materials Needed:

• Small baskets or bags (one for each child)
• Magnifying glasses (optional, for added fun!)
• A checklist (with pictures) of common items to find (e.g., leaves, rocks, flowers, bugs)

Instructions:

1. Gather the Children:
   Start by gathering the children in a circle. Smile and share your excitement about the adventure ahead!

2. Explain the Task:
   Introduce the concept of a treasure hunt. Explain that they will be looking for special items from nature that they will collect in their baskets.

3. Show the Checklist:
   Present the checklist with pictures. You can use large printouts or a tablet. Mention that they will be looking for:

   • A shiny rock 🪨
   • A funny-shaped leaf 🍃
   • A small flower 🌼
   • A bug (if they find one) 🐜

4. Encourage Teamwork:
   Encourage the children to work together. Remind them that they can help each other find the treasures and share interesting findings.

5. Set Boundaries:
   Clearly define the area where they can explore safely.

6. Hunt Away:
   Let them start the treasure hunt! As they search, walk around to engage with the children. Ask questions like:

   • What shapes do you see?
   • What colours are your treasures?
   • How do they feel?

Conclusion:

After the hunt, gather the children back in the circle. Invite them to share their treasures. Encourage them to talk about what they found, how it made them feel, and what they learned about each item.

End the lesson with:
"So many amazing treasures today! Isn’t nature full of surprises? This is just the beginning. In our next lesson, we’ll continue discovering the wonders of science together! 🌍🔍"

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Safety Note:

Always ensure that the children are supervised during the outdoor activity, maintaining safety and keeping an eye out for any potential hazards.

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This engaging approach not only stimulates curiosity but also promotes teamwork and observational skills in young learners, forming a solid foundation for future scientific exploration! 🌿✨