Teaching Our Tots Conservation Magic!
- by WONDERMOM
- Sept. 26, 2023
As mums, we know that our little ones are always watching, always learning, always absorbing. We teach them to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’, to tie their shoelaces, and to share their toys. But there’s one more thing on that ever-growing list of life lessons that’s incredibly vital – teaching them the importance of conservation.
Imagine the wonder in their eyes when they learn that by turning off the tap while brushing their teeth, they’re helping to keep the oceans full and the fishes happy. Or that by recycling that empty cereal box, they’re giving a tree somewhere a new lease on life! Conservation isn’t just about big policy decisions made in far-off boardrooms; it starts right at home, in our daily routines.
One lovely way to introduce conservation to our kiddos is through nature walks. Let them marvel at the beauty of the world around them – from the tiny ants carrying crumbs to their homes to the majestic trees reaching for the skies. Let them feel the wind on their faces and the earth beneath their feet. Once they love nature, they’ll want to protect it.
Stories are another magical tool in our parenting kit. Tales of forests with talking animals or rivers with gleaming fishes can capture their imagination. As they listen, spellbound, gently highlight how these wondrous places and creatures thrive when we care for the environment.
Did you know, mums, that kids are more likely to remember something if they’re involved hands-on? So, why not start a small conservation project with them? It could be setting up a bird feeder, planting a tree, or starting a tiny kitchen garden. Every little bit counts, and the sheer joy they feel when they see the results of their labour will be immeasurable.
And remember, every time your little one chooses to save electricity, water, or recycle, it’s a victory for our planet. Praise them, celebrate them, and let them know that their tiny hands are making a massive difference.
So, the next time your kiddo asks for a bedtime story, why not weave in a tale of conservation? And when you tuck them in, maybe, just maybe, you’ll hear them whisper to their teddy, “Goodnight, Teddy. Remember to turn off the lights; we’re saving the planet!”