Finding Treasure

 This week, the children and I went outside to search for the treasure located right in our own backyard. We threw "magic" treasure finders around the yard and discovered the bits of treasure located right underneath them.

Some treasures, like flowers, we couldn't bring back into the classroom, as we did not want to hurt living growing things. Leaves and twigs were great treasures, though, and we brought them back with us into the classroom for a closer look. 





At home: Make your own "treasure finder" using an old plastic margarine/yogurt/sour cream lid (we used paint lids), or even a circle cut out of cardboard. Go on a "treasure hunt" with your child around the neighbourhood and see what great finds you come up with while having fun outdoors and developing your child's oral language skills.