The following is by Kara Fleck, editor of Simple Kids. This post
originally appeared July 14, 2010. I want to invite you today to
involve your senses on your next nature walk. We are, of course,
always experiencing the world with our senses but taking the
time to be mindful of what we are seeing, hearing, smelling, and
feeling brings the process to the forefront and makes it
meaningful. An intentional period of observation helps us to
connect to our natural world. That connection is important for
both kids and adults. Here are some simple prompts and questions
to help you and your child to focus on experiencing nature with
your senses on your next walk. I want to encourage you to take
the time to really look at the world around you. Walk slowly.
Your purpose is the journey and not a destination. Some
questions to ask your child: - What does the sky look like
today? - What does the ground look like? - What animals can we
see? - Any there any insects? Birds? - What do the trees look
like? - What colors do you s