Find leaves, rocks, flowers and other treasures in your backyard or park
45 mins
Duration
Ages 3-6
Age Range
Easy
Difficulty
Materials Needed
- Printed scavenger hunt list
- Collection bag or basket
- Magnifying glass
- Camera (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1
Print or create a list of nature items to find
- 2
Give your child the collection bag and list
- 3
Walk around your yard or local park together
- 4
Help them identify and collect items safely
- 5
Use the magnifying glass to examine interesting finds
- 6
Take photos of items too big to collect
Safety Tips
- Only collect items from the ground
- Don't pick living plants without permission
- Watch for insects or thorny plants
- Stay within designated safe areas
Learning Goals
Nature appreciationObservation skillsCountingClassification
Fun Variations
- Focus on specific colors or shapes
- Create art with collected items afterward
- Make it a counting game (find 3 rocks, 2 leaves, etc.)