How do our senses help us learn? - Lesson

The lesson explores how our senses contribute to our learning, particularly focusing on the experiences outside the classroom. Initially, students are introduced to the concept of the senses through a BBC Bitesize resource. They are then encouraged to use their sense of sight by bringing lenses outside and observing their surroundings. This activity involves making a list complemented by simple drawings or notations of what they see. Once back inside, they are instructed to organize their observations into a more structured list.

Moving on to the sense of hearing, the children are guided to a different outdoor area where they close their eyes and verbally share what they can hear, with the practitioner documenting their responses. For the tactile sense, the lesson is planned for a windy day, allowing the children to feel the wind on their skin and discuss its power, possibly after hearing the parable of the 'Sun and the Wind' or watching a related video. Additionally, the lesson includes birdwatching activities, where children use binoculars and the 'Big Book of Birds' by Yuval Zommer to identify birds and engage in creating bird feeders and observational artwork. Lastly, the lesson emphasizes the importance of respecting the outdoor environment, with children establishing safety rules and creating a safety poster, ensuring they experience the outdoors in various weather conditions with appropriate guidance and attire.