Flora's Nature Adventure

Number Nature Hunt Developmental Domain(s): Math, Gross Motor, Cognitive Skills Learning Objectives: Practice counting and number recognition Develop observation and spatial awareness Engage in active outdoor play Materials Needed: Printable number cards (1–10) or sticky notes Basket or bucket for collecting Optional: clipboard and crayon for tallying items Outdoor nature area (yard, park, garden, or trail) Instructions: Place number cards in a basket. Invite the child to draw one. Ask: “Can you find this many things outside?” (e.g., “Find 3 leaves!”) Let the child explore and collect natural objects. Count the items together after each round. Repeat with new numbers and items. Adaptations & Accessibility: Limited mobility: use a tabletop sensory bin filled with natural materials. Vision impairments: tactile number cards and textured or scented items. Neurodiverse learners: visual choice boards with pictures. Extension Ideas: Add simple addition/subtraction (“You found 3 rocks and 2 leaves—how many in total?”). Make a nature collage with the collected objects. Sort items by color, size, or texture. Optional Visuals / Multimedia: AI-generated scavenger list. Printable tally chart or counting mat. Audio instructions for non-readers.