Tiny Tales - Common Pets Care

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Common pets care

Age: 2 years old

Class Size: 15 children

Classes: 4 classes in the whole course

Class Duration: 1 hour

Preparation:

  1. Prepare the story "The little book of pets" with illustrations for visual support.

  2. Create flashcards with pet care vocabulary, including animals and care tools (bowl, brush, etc.).

 

Part 1: Story Introduction and Vocabulary Activity

"The little book of pets" Story Introduction

Target Vocabulary:

  • feed

  • pat

  • hug

  • brush

  • Play with

Target Instructions:

  • "Let’s [Action] the [animal]."

  • "This is a/an [animal]."

Learning Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Identify key pet care vocabulary.

  2. Use the phrase "This is a [animal]" to introduce animals.

  3. Engage with the story of "The little book of pets" through listening and participation.

Materials List:

  • "The little book of pets" storybook or illustrated printouts

  • Pet care vocabulary flashcards

Class Details:

  1. Warm-Up (5 mins): Sing a simplified version of "How Much is That Doggie in the Window?" or a pet-themed version of "Old MacDonald" (e.g., "On that farm he had a dog..."). Use gestures to mimic barking or stroking a pet.

  2. Story Introduction (5 mins): Show the children "The little book of pets" book and talk about what a pet is. Use simple questions like "Who has a dog?" or "What does a kitty say?"

  3. Memory Switch Game (10 mins): Lay out the memory switch cards (pets and tools) face down. Children take turns flipping two cards. When a child finds a match, they must use the sentence "This is a [animal]."

  4. Interactive Reading (15 mins): Read "The little book of pets," pausing to point out care elements. Use the target instruction: "What feature does the dog have?" (Point to the tail/ears). Encourage children to repeat the names.

Assessment:

  • Observe the children's ability to match and remember vocabulary during the Memory Switch Game.

  • Listen for correct usage of the target sentence structure "It’s a [animal/object]."

  • Gauge participation and enthusiasm in the Vocabulary Movement Activity.

Remarks & Reminders for Teachers:

  • Encourage quiet children to participate but avoid putting them on the spot.

  • Offer plenty of positive reinforcement to support language acquisition.

  • Use expressive gestures and tone of voice to maintain engagement.

 

Part 2: Art and Craft Activity

Making a "Paper Plate Kitty"

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this activity, students should be able to:

  1. Follow simple instructions to create a paper plate pet.

  2. Develop fine motor skills through gluing and decorating.

  3. Use target vocabulary words in context while describing their artwork.

Materials List:

  • Paper plates (one per child)

  • Pre-cut construction paper ears and whiskers

  • Yarn or shredded paper for "fur"

  • Glue sticks

  • Markers or crayons

Class Details:

  1. Introduction (5 mins): Show a completed Paper Plate Kitty. Point to the whiskers and ask, "What feature does the kitty have?" Discuss the materials.

  2. Creating the Pet (10 mins): Hand out materials. Guide children through gluing ears and whiskers. Encourage them to use the phrase "Let’s brush the fur" as they stick on the yarn.

  3. Decorating (10 mins): Allow children to decorate with markers. They can draw eyes or a nose on their pet's face.

  4. Story Integration (5 mins): Once created, have children introduce their pets using: "This is my cat. Let's be gentle."

  5. Clean-Up (5 mins): Assist children with cleaning their spaces and putting away glue sticks.

Assessment:

  • Observe if children follow directions and use target vocabulary (gentle, brush, kitty).

  • Assess fine motor skills during the gluing process.

  • Evaluate engagement and creativity.

Notes for Teachers:

  • Ensure each child is actively participating.

  • Assist with difficult tasks like applying enough glue.

  • Keep safety in mind at all times with materials.

Follow-Up:

  • Display the "Paper Plate Kitties" in the classroom.

  • Encourage parents to ask their child how they would care for their pet, "Let’s [action] the [animal]. " using the target vocabulary at home.

  • Plan a "Pet Parade" song for the next lesson.

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