Hey Kids! Out the Door, Let's Explore!

Whether pastures or skyscrapers are outside their doors, child care providers can use nearby surroundings as interactive classrooms. Using an emergent curriculum approach, these walking trips help children learn about the world through the exploration of neighborhood gardens, grocery stores, zoos, and construction sites. Each inexpensive learning experience in Hey Kids! Out the Door, Letrs"s Explore! includes preparation tips, ideas for modifying outings based on childrenrs"s interests, and activities for extending childrenrs"s learning after the walk is completed.