3.3y–5y11 minOutdoorFamily timeSocial play

Environment Opinions: Like, Wish, Wonder

Help the adult prompt your child to express opinions about natural and built environments, listen to different viewpoints, and talk about what makes an environment feel 'good' or 'not so good' using respectful language.

What you'll need

Essentials

a view of two places (e.g., a green/natural spot and a built-up spot), in real life or in pictures

Nice to have

paper and pencil/crayon
a small stuffed toy to 'share an opinion' (optional)

Movement level: low

What you'll do

The 4-step guide, with what to look for at each step, is for signed-in parents.

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What this develops

What it practices

Looks closely at similarities, differences, patterns and change.
Observable behaviour from Development Matters

Where it comes from

Framework: Early Years Foundation Stage (England)
Source: Development Matters in the EYFS (DfE, 2012)
Original guidance: “Encourage children to express opinions on natural and built environments and give opportunities for them to hear different points of view on the quality of the environment.”
License: Open Government Licence v3.0