Keyword: «phenological observations»

In the presented work discusses the use of phenological observations for the purpose of development of informative interest of preschoolers. Observations were carried out not only on the walk, but also in everyday life: in the morning and in the afternoon: for the changes taking place with trees at different times of the year, depending on the environmental conditions in four stages, conducted walks on the territory of the institution, virtual tours, performed individual tasks. It is established that phenological observations of seasonal changes in nature affect the increase in preschool children's level of cognitive activity, love and respect for the world, cause the desire for environmental activity and contribute to the development of the foundations of environmental literacy.

The article describes the methods and techniques of organizing phenological observations aimed at increasing the level of cognitive activity of younger students on excursions into nature.