3.3 Funny Scarecrow

Age: 2 years old

Class Size: 15 children

No. of Lesson: 4 classes in the whole course

Lesson Duration: 1 hour

Preparation

1. Prepare the story "The Not-So-Scary Scarecrow" with illustrations for visual support.
2. Create flashcards with farm vocabulary, including animals, tools, and other farm-related
items.

Part 1: Story Introduction and Vocabulary 

**Target Vocabulary:**
 -scarecrow, farm, squirrel, mouse, crow
**Target Instructions:**
 "Let’s try."  "It’s a [animal/object].”

**Learning Objectives:** 

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

1. Identify key farm-related vocabulary.
2. Use the phrase "It’s a [animal/object].” to introduce objects.
3. Engage with the story of "The Not-So-Scary Scarecrow" through listening and participation.

**Materials List:**

- "The Not-So-Scary Scarecrow" storybook or illustrated printouts
- Farm vocabulary flashcards

### Class Details: 

1. **Warm-Up (5 mins)**: Sing a simplified version of "Old MacDonald Had a Farm"
to introduce the farm theme, using gestures to represent different animals and farm
elements.
2. **Story Introduction (5 mins)**: Show the children "The Not-So-Scary Scarecrow"
book and talk about what a farm is. Use simple questions to engage the children, like
"What lives on a farm?" or "What do you see on a farm?"
3. **Memory Switch Game (10 mins)**: Lay out the memory switch cards face down.
Children take turns flipping two cards at a time to find a match. When a child finds a
match, they must use the sentence "It’s a [matched item]." For example, if they
match two 'crows' cards, they say " It’s a crow."
4. **Interactive Reading (15 mins)**: Read "The Not-So-Scary Scarecrow," pausing to
point out and name farm elements in the illustrations. Encourage children to repeat
the names using the target sentence structure, e.g., "It’s a scarecrow."

**Assessment:** 

- Observe the children's ability to match and remember the vocabulary words 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:** 

- Encourage quiet children to participate but avoid pugging them on the spot.
- Offer plenty of positive reinforcement to support language acquisition and boost
confidence.
- Simplify or repeat instructions as needed to ensure comprehension.
- Use expressive gestures and tone of voice to maintain engagement during the story
reading.

### Part 2: Art and Craft Activity
#### Making a Paper Bag Scarecrow
**Learning Objectives:**
By the end of this activity, students should be able to:
1. Follow simple instructions to create a paper bag scarecrow.
2. Develop fine motor skills through cubbing, gluing, and decorating.
3. Use the target vocabulary words in context while describing their artwork.

**Materials List:**
- Brown paper bags (one per child)
- Pre-cut construction paper shapes (e.g., hats, eyes, noses, mouths)
- Straws or sticks for arms
- Yarn or shredded paper for hair
- Glue sticks
- Markers or crayons
- Scissors (for teacher use or with close supervision)

### Class Details:
1. **Introduction (5 mins)**: Show the students a completed paper bag scarecrow and
explain that they will be making one of their own. Discuss each part of the scarecrow and the
materials they will use.
2. **Creating the Scarecrow (10 mins)**: Hand out the materials to each child and guide them
through the process step by step. Start with blowing up the paper bag for the head and tying
it off, then move on to gluing the facial features, adding hair, and attaching the arms.
Encourage children to personalize their scarecrow.
3. **Decorating (10 mins)**: Allow the children to decorate their scarecrow using markers or
crayons. They can add details like buttons, patches, or clothes drawn on the paper bag.
4. **Story Integration (5 mins)**: Once the scarecrows are created, have the children
introduce their scarecrows using the target sentence structure "This is my scarecrow. It lives
on a farm." Encourage them to describe one thing their scarecrow likes to do on the farm.
5. **Clean-Up (5 mins)**: Assist children with cleaning up their spaces, putting away
materials, and disposing of trash.

## Assessment:
- Observe if the children are able to follow directions and use the target vocabulary.
- Assess their ability to use fine motor skills during the craft activity.
- Evaluate their engagement and creativity in the decorating process.

## Notes for Teachers:
- Ensure that each child is actively participating and not just observing.
- Assist with difficult tasks like tying knots or cubbing, if necessary.
- Provide lots of encouragement and positive reinforcement to boost confidence.
- Use simple language and demonstrate each step before asking the children to do it.
- Keep safety in mind at all times, especially with materials like scissors and glue.

## Follow-Up:
- Display the children's scarecrows in the classroom or allow them to take them home to share
with their families.
- Encourage parents to talk about the scarecrow with their child, using the target vocabulary.

- Plan a related activity for the next lesson, such as a farm-themed song or dance that includes
The scarecrow.

## Image References for Art and Craft product: