The theme for this week is animal habitats... Do u have any lesson ideas, connected to this theme, that i could do with my 3 and 4 year olds?
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A healthy person burns the energy from those calories every day by being physically active.
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Bike riding is a great way to strengthen your legs, heart and your lungs. Just watch out for squirrel crossings and don’t forget to wear a helmet! Tomatoes and other healthy foods, together with exercise, can help keep you healthy and powerful so you can blow up balloons faster for a party!
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Melons like mango and watermelon and other fruits filled with Vitamin A can help you see better which can help you spit watermelon seeds right on target!
Running is a great bone-strengthening activity, but it can be hard on the joints, especially the knees. Make sure you stretch before and after your run and warm up by walking and then jogging slowly. Race your friends to see who has the strongest legs!
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Low-fat milk and other milk products that are crammed with calcium can help make your bones strong so you can skateboard or bike better.
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Leafy green vegetables full of vitamins help keep you energized so you can run you’re fastest during a soccer game!
A balanced breakfast can help kick-start your day and healthy eating can help you concentrate better in school, so you can become faster, stronger and smarter.
Hiking is a great way to get out in nature and improve strength in your legs, tummy, shoulders and neck. You never know what you might find during your exploration, animals, strange plants, or even buried treasure!
Beans and other foods high in iron can help your body stay energized and you know what they say about beans!
Skateboarding is a great way to strengthen your legs, knees and ankles. Don’t forget to check your board before you ride and make sure to wear a helmet! Over time you can learn cool tricks to impress your family and friends!
Spinach and other foods high in Vitamin A can keep your skin healthy and you know who else gets their power from spinach, don’t you?
Certainly! Here is a lesson idea connected to the theme of animal habitats that you can do with your 3 and 4-year-olds:
1. Introduction:
Start by gathering the children in a circle and introduce the concept of animal habitats. Explain that animals live in different places called habitats, where they can find food, water, and shelter.
2. Sorting Activity:
Prepare picture cards or small toy animals representing different habitats such as the forest, ocean, jungle, desert, and Arctic. Show the children one card or toy animal at a time and ask them to identify the habitat it belongs to. Engage them in a discussion about the unique characteristics of each habitat.
3. Sensory Play:
Set up different sensory play stations to represent different animal habitats. For example, use sand and rocks to create a desert-themed station, water and plastic sea animals for an ocean-themed station, and green felt or grass for a forest-themed station. Allow the children to explore and play using their senses, while discussing the animals that live in each habitat.
4. Art and Craft:
Provide materials such as colored paper, craft sticks, cotton balls, and markers. Ask the children to create their own animal habitats by gluing the materials onto the paper or creating three-dimensional habitats using craft sticks. Encourage them to be creative and use their imaginations.
5. Storytime:
Read a children's book about animal habitats, such as "Over in the Forest: Come and Take a Peek" by Marianne Berkes or "In the Tall, Tall Grass" by Denise Fleming. Pause at different points to discuss the animals and their habitats mentioned in the story.
6. Outdoor Exploration:
If possible, take the children on a nature walk around the area. Encourage them to observe and identify different habitats, such as trees for a forest habitat or a pond for a water habitat. Discuss the animals they might find in each habitat during the walk.
Remember, at this age, hands-on activities and play-based learning are crucial. Creating a fun and engaging environment while incorporating the theme of animal habitats will maximize their learning experience.