Nature’s Wonders
Vocabulary
Meanings & Messages
About the Poet
HOTS (Higher Order Thinking Skills)
100

Name one creature mentioned in the poem.

Grasshopper / Rabbit / Butterfly (any one)

100

What does “meadow” mean?

A field of grass or wildflowers.

100

What lesson does the poem teach?

Observe and appreciate nature carefully.

100

Who wrote “Meadow Surprises”?

Lois Brandt Phillips

100

Why does the poet call the meadow magical?

Because it is full of hidden life and beauty that surprises us.

200

Name two surprises hidden in the meadow.

Tiny flowers, hidden nests, butterflies, small animals (any two)

200

What does “surprises” mean in the poem?

Unexpected, hidden, or delightful things.

200

What is the tone of the poem?

Joyful, curious, and appreciative.

200

What is the main theme of the poem?

The hidden beauty and wonders of a meadow.

200

Why is careful observation important in nature?

It helps us notice small details and appreciate life around us.

300

What is special about the things we find in the meadow?

They are small, often overlooked, and full of life.

300

Find one rhyming pair of words in the poem.

eg: see - me

300

How does the poem encourage us to interact with nature?

By observing, discovering, and respecting its hidden wonders.

300

Why did the poet write about a meadow?

To show how even ordinary nature is full of surprises.

300

What might happen if humans destroy meadows?

We would lose plants, animals, and the beauty of nature.

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