What to say while... Children are searching for insects

Move beyond “What is it?” and into meaningful, language-rich exploration.

This pack supports adults to join children as they search for insects in the garden with confidence, knowing what to say, when to step in and how to develop language without taking over.

Focused on real UK garden finds like ladybirds, woodlice, worms, ants, bees, beetles and snails, it offers simple, natural commentary to help adults:

notice and describe what children see
extend thinking without questioning
make gentle connections to the world
model care and respect for living things

No checklists. No pressure to name everything correctly.
Just slow, shared moments that build vocabulary, curiosity and connection.

Perfect for outdoor provision, forest school and everyday garden play.

Please consider printing on card or placing in a reusable wallet instead of laminating. ♻️
This is a digital download. No physical product will be sent.