My First Discoveries · Drawing 33 of 40
Observing with Our Senses
Everyday Discoveries
Our senses give information about the world. We can observe colour, smell an odour, hear or feel a texture.
Did you know?
Our bodies also sense position and balance.
Look together
How can you explore the same object in different ways?
An idea to try
Describe a familiar object in two ways suited to your senses.
For the adult reading along
A little more to discover
Senses are not limited to a list of five, and abilities vary between people. Adapt observation to the child through sight, touch, vibration or other available routes. Use familiar objects; tasting is not required to learn observation.
Look together: How can you explore the same object in different ways? Describe a familiar object in two ways suited to your senses.
Sources and illustration notes (1)
Illustrations simplify shapes and sizes. Models and enlargements help observation; choose your own colours.
These links lead to other websites. Explore them with an adult. References identify the institution and the related lesson; some linked pages are in French.
- Science World: Observing with Our SensesNotice ways people gather information, including different abilities and tools.
Source review: 2026-10-03. Illustrations are simplified for colouring.
