Schools - Lesson for Kindergarten, Chapter - Where You Go
In this engaging lesson titled "Schools," part of the "Your Community" unit in the "Where You Go" chapter, kindergarten students will embark on an educational journey to discover the various elements that make up a school. Through interactive activities such as "Let's Go to School!" and complementing worksheets, children will learn to identify common places within the school, such as classrooms, libraries, and playgrounds. They'll also become familiar with the different people they might encounter, including teachers, principals, and fellow classmates.
Understanding the structure and function of a school is crucial for young learners as it helps to demystify the school environment, making it feel more welcoming and less intimidating. This knowledge sets the foundation for a positive attitude towards education and learning. Additionally, recognizing the roles of various individuals within the school helps students understand the importance of community and their place within it. By the end of the lesson, students will gain a comprehensive overview of what schools are like, fostering a sense of preparedness and eagerness to engage in their educational journey.
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Activity 1 / Let's Go to School!
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Activity 2 / Let's Go to School! Worksheet
Your kids are probably already enrolled in a school, and even if they are getting homeschooled, they would still need the objects in this worksheet. So, this one ought to be super easy for them to complete. The printout has pictures of different objects; some of which your kids need to go to school, and some of which are not related to school in any way. Ask your kids to circle the pictures of things that they need to go to school.
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Activity 3 / What Do you See at School? Worksheet
Your kids go to school on a daily basis, except on weekends and holidays. So, how well can they name some of the things they see at school? Before you begin this exercise, you could warm your kid up a little by asking them to give you a list of some things they see at school. Then, look at this worksheet with your little one. There are pictures of objects that can be found at school and others that don’t belong at school. Tell your child to check the boxes next to school things.
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Activity 4 / Schools: Identify Common People and Places - Quiz
Students will review familiar objects, experiences, etc. associated with school.
