Moss & Melody Worksheet - Rock Discovery

Age Range: 4-6 years (Pre-K to Kindergarten)
Subject: Earth Science/Nature Studies with Math, Engineering & Literacy Integration

What's Included:

Complete inquiry-based learning guide featuring 5 progressive sections: observation activities, hands-on investigations, critical thinking challenges, creative extensions, and reflection exercises. Based on the children's song "Rocking Rocks"

Key Features:

• Ready-to-use format for both teachers and parents
• Open-ended questions that encourage scientific observation and classification skills
• Indoor and outdoor activities - from tabletop exploration to nature walks
• Multiple learning modalities - tactile exploration, building challenges, creative arts
• Differentiated activities suitable for varying developmental levels within the age range
• Real-world connections linking learning to natural environments and everyday observations
• Assessment guidance for adults to observe and document learning

Learning Objectives:

• Develops scientific inquiry and observation skills
• Introduces earth science concepts through hands-on exploration
• Integrates sorting, measuring, counting, and spatial reasoning skills
• Builds descriptive vocabulary and storytelling abilities
• Encourages engineering thinking through building and stacking challenges
• Fosters appreciation for the natural world

Perfect For:

• Families seeking nature-based STEM activities
• Early childhood educators planning geology or earth science units
• Outdoor education and nature exploration themes
• Engineering and building-focused curriculum
• Parents wanting screen-free, hands-on learning activities

Format: Printable PDF worksheet with detailed adult guidance included