- Be prepared for children to become distracted outdoors—use it as an opportunity. If an insect or animal grabs their attention, ask, “How does seeing this make you feel?”
- Encourage quiet observation and let moments of silence be part of the emotional exploration.
- If some children struggle to name their emotions, suggest a few options or associate feelings with colours or weather (e.g., “Is it a stormy or a sunny feeling?”).
- Make group sharing optional to create a safe, low-pressure environment.
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