Preschool Lesson Plan
Preschool Lesson Plan
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I. Introduction:
Today's lesson will focus on introducing preschoolers to shapes and colors through interactive activities and games. This lesson aims to engage young learners in a fun and hands-on exploration of fundamental concepts in early childhood education. It is designed to support cognitive development, language skills, and fine motor abilities.
II. Objectives:
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To identify and name basic shapes such as circles, squares, triangles, and rectangles.
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To recognize primary colors including red, blue, and yellow.
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To practice fine motor skills through hands-on activities involving cutting, gluing, and molding.
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To foster creativity and self-expression through art and play.
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To encourage social interaction and cooperative play among preschoolers.
III. Materials Needed:
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Colorful construction paper in various colors
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Child-safe scissors
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Non-toxic glue sticks
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Crayons or markers
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Shape flashcards or picture cards
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Sorting bowls or containers
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Playdough in various colors
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Large paper or poster board for collages
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Storybook: "The Shape of Things" by Dayle Ann Dodds
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Child-safe playdough tools (rolling pins, cookie cutters)
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Healthy snacks in primary colors (e.g., strawberries, blueberries, bananas)
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Music for songs (optional)
IV. Circle Time:
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Welcome Song: "Hello, Friends!" (Sing to the tune of "Frère Jacques")
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Lyrics: "Hello, friends! Hello, friends! How are you? How are you? Let's all clap together, let's all clap together, now it's time to play, now it's time to play!"
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Review shapes and colors using flashcards or picture cards. Show each card and ask the children to name the shape and color.
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Shapes: Circle, Square, Triangle, Rectangle
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Colors: Red, Blue, Yellow
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Introduce the concept of sorting by shape and color, using real objects or pictures to demonstrate.
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Encourage children to participate in discussions and share their observations.
V. Art Activity:
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Activity Title: Shape Collage
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Provide children with colorful construction paper and safe scissors. Pre-cut some shapes for children who may need assistance.
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Demonstrate how to cut out shapes from the paper or provide pre-cut shapes.
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Encourage children to arrange and glue the shapes onto a larger piece of paper to create a collage.
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Ask questions like, "What shape is this?" and "What color is that?" to reinforce learning.
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Display the finished collages in the classroom to celebrate the children's creativity.
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VI. Snack Time:
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Provide snacks in primary colors, such as sliced strawberries (red), blueberries (blue), and banana slices (yellow).
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Encourage children to identify the colors of their snacks before eating, fostering color recognition and vocabulary development.
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Promote healthy eating habits by discussing the nutritional value of the snacks.
VII. Outdoor Play:
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Activity Title: Shape Hunt
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Hide colorful shape cutouts around the playground or outdoor area.
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Encourage children to explore and find the hidden shapes, naming each shape as they discover them.
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Organize a group activity where children sort the shapes they found by color and shape.
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Promote physical activity and gross motor skills while reinforcing shape recognition.
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VIII. Storytime:
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Read a story about shapes and colors, such as "The Shape of Things" by Dayle Ann Dodds.
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Engage children in interactive storytelling by encouraging them to identify shapes and colors in the illustrations.
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Facilitate discussions about the importance of shapes and colors in everyday life, connecting the story to real-world experiences.
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Ask open-ended questions like, "Can you find a shape in this picture?" and "What color is this object?"
IX. Fine Motor Skills Activity:
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Activity Title: Playdough Creations
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Provide playdough in various colors and child-safe tools such as rolling pins and cookie cutters.
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Encourage children to roll, pinch, and mold the playdough to create shapes of their choice.
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Support children in developing fine motor skills and creativity while reinforcing shape and color concepts.
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Create a "playdough gallery" where children can display their creations and explain their designs to the class.
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X. Closing Circle:
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Review the shapes and colors learned throughout the day, reinforcing key vocabulary.
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Reflect on the day's activities by asking children what their favorite part of the day was.
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Encourage children to share their thoughts and feelings about what they learned.
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Sing a goodbye song together, such as "Goodbye, See You Soon!" (Sing to the tune of "London Bridge Is Falling Down")
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Lyrics: "Goodbye, friends, see you soon, see you soon, see you soon. Goodbye, friends, see you soon, I'll see you next time!"
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