The Sky Above Us

Invite children to explore the wonders of the sky, weather, and space with this ready-to-use exploration curriculum. Through observation, art, and playful investigations, children learn about clouds, sunlight, day and night, and the changing sky.
 
Inside this guide, you’ll find:
A suggested 4-week exploration plan
Hands-on activities exploring clouds, sunlight, shadows, and weather
Invitations that support scientific thinking, curiosity, and observation
Opportunities for children to explore day and night, the sun, the moon, and the sky patterns
Recommended materials, vocabulary, books, and songs
Extension ideas that integrate sky exploration across classroom centers
 
Perfect for preschool classrooms, daycare programs, and home learning, this guide introduces early science concepts through observation of the world above us.