Nature Walk Habitat Hunt

Explore local habitats and identify residents through guided observation

• Clipboards with paper
• Crayons
• Magnifying glasses
• Collection bags for safe items
• First aid kit
• Camera

1. 1Scout safe walking area around school
2. 2Prepare simple recording sheets
3. 3Arrange for additional adult supervision
4. 4Check weather conditions

1. 1Take a walk around the schoolyard or nearby safe area
2. 2Stop at different 'habitats': under trees, near flowers, by rocks
3. 3Children draw or list plants and animals they see
4. 4Ask: 'Why do you think this lives here? What does it need?'
5. 5Discuss why each plant/animal is found in that particular spot
6. 6Collect safe items like leaves, shells, or rocks to examine later