Developed in accordance with the program for the upbringing, training and development of children under three years of age “Krokha” Reveals the features of the methodology for developing a humane attitude towards natural objects in young children Offers the most effective forms and methods of environmental education at the initial stage of child development The manual corresponds to the program education, training and development of children under three years old “Krokha”. It presents a variety of tasks, content, forms and methods of introducing children to the natural world. The authors reveal the capabilities of the youngest children not only to understand, but also to feel the natural world, which is especially important to consider when cultivating in them a desire to contribute to its conservation. Scientific editor: Ph.D. ped. Sciences, Associate Professor, Head. laboratory of problems of preschool education G. G. Grigorieva Reviewer: teacher. Russian Medical Academy of Postgraduate Training G. V. Pantyukhzha