The natural world, and how to take care of it, is a subject with which children have a natural affinity. Children can apply what they have been taught about environmental issues through enhancements. Books are a good way of gauging and deepening their understanding, and can make the learning more memorable.
Linking learning to books and then adding enhancements related to the story can be an effective way to make what has been taught relevant and bring it to life. Our nursery is situated in a coastal town, and we wanted to teach the children about the importance of keeping our beaches and oceans clean and that we can all make a difference. We talked about examples of what they could do when they go to the beach, for example where to put their food wrappers after a picnic. We linked this learning to two books, Clean Upby Nathan Bryon and Somebody Swallowed Stanleyby Sarah Roberts. Both books brought up the issue of litter on the beach and the effect this can have on sea creatures.
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