Hike through Environmental Experiences for Early Childhood Activity Guide

 

1. This Guide was developed for children in what age group? 

2. Where can educators find tips for ‘using music and movement’ with the activities? Explain one or two of the tips. 

3. What does the sidebar on the first page of each activity provide the instructor?

4. What information does the “Background for Educators” provide? 

5. The Guide suggests ideas for six “Learning Centers.” What are they? 

6. The PLT PreK-8 Activity Guide features more than 35 activities for use with pre-K and kindergarten children. What activities are related to Activity 2, Sounds Around? 

7. The 11 activities are grouped in three sections. What are they?

8. Describe the ‘group experience’ listed for Activity 2, Sounds Around. Where could you find information to make American Sign Language Cards? 

9. What is the ‘Featured Experience’ from Activity 5, Signs of Fall? Describe. 

10. Tell us about the snack listed for Activity 7, Bursting Buds. How does it relate to the subject matter? What safety concerns are stated? 

11. List a couple of the “Reading Connections” for Activity 9, To Be a Tree.

12. Which activity uses Track 9 from the PLT Early Childhood CD? 

13. Where can you find helpful information on “Playing it Safe Outdoors?” What are some of these guidelines? 

14. What additional information is provided in Appendixes 3-10? 

15. Where can you find a list of activities from the PLT PreK-8 Guide that are related to Activity 10 in the Early Childhood guide? 

Bonus Question: Who is your PLT State Coordinator? 

Updated 9/25/2025