As part of our course work for the PK- 3 program at LSU, we are asked to present an aesthetic lesson to a small group of about 4 or 5 students. Today, the lesson we will be doing will focus on exploring nature and discovering new ways to create art using nature. The children are always asking for ways to have more lessons and time outside and this lesson provided the perfect opportunity. The children will explore the garden to discover things to paint and build with to express their creativity. This will help the students with their fine motor, gross motor, and cognition.
Thank you! Alexandra Craft, Claudia Hurtado, Rebecca Dumestre
How can you extend this lesson at home?
Give your children the opportunity to explore nature and engage in discussion with you about what they see. Draw with your children and encourage them to draw and create with materials they find outside.