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Seasons are the different times of the year that change the weather, what people wear, and what people do.
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Environmental Concept: Seasons
Understanding that seasons are recurring periods throughout the year that bring predictable changes in weather, daylight, plants, animals, activities, clothing, and community life. Applicable Learners Blind Low Vision CVI Multiple Disabilities Autism AAC Users Deafblind Developmental Delays Early Childhood Elementary Students Secondary Students Transition-Age Students Related Concepts Weather Temperature Spring Summer Fall Winter Calendar Time Holidays Clothing Nature Plants Animals Community Daily Routines One of...
Also known as: Seasons
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Children who are sighted naturally learn about seasons by observing changes in the world around them. They notice leaves changing colors, flowers blooming, snow covering the ground, trees losing leaves, people wearing coats or shorts, seasonal decorations in stores, playgrounds becoming busier, and changes in daylight. These observations happen year after y...
Why This Matters Long-Term
Understanding seasons supports orientation, safety, science, social studies, planning, community participation, conversation, recreation, travel, and independent decision making.
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Environment and Community Knowledge - Readiness Framework
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Shared learning target framework for concepts in the environment and community knowledge family.
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