We have provided tips on how to modify an activity for younger children and included extension activities that can be used to challenge older children. You may find that reading a book, exploring the outdoors, and making an art project are all included in a single activity. Each part of the activity may require a different way of organizing the children into groups. In most cases a specific grouping is recommended. Many after-school programs will have a wider age range in a given group.
Every activity is designed to work well in a wide range of settings.
Each type of setting may offer some advantage to the activity. After-school programs may offer more opportunities to spend time outside exploring nature. Classrooms may have access to a broader selection of resources. In any setting, try a quiet room or space where your groups can meet to read and discuss the activity. These activities are also designed to be used by groups in urban, suburban, small town, or rural environments.