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Which subject	Natural science
What topic	Sea creatures
What length (min)	30
What age group	Reception / Kindergarten
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Lesson Plan: Sea Creatures

Subject: Natural Science

Duration: 30 Minutes

Age Group: Reception / Kindergarten

Learning Objectives

• To identify various sea creatures and their habitats.
• To understand the basic characteristics of sea creatures.
• To Foster curiosity and appreciation for marine life.

Materials Needed

• Pictures of various sea creatures (fish, octopus, jellyfish, crab, starfish)
• A big blue blanket (to represent the ocean)
• Colouring sheets of sea creatures
• Crayons or coloured pencils
• A storybook about sea creatures
• Bubble wrap (to simulate the feeling of being in the sea for a fun end activity)

Introduction (5 minutes)

1. Engage with the Topic
   Begin the lesson by asking students:

   • “What do you think the ocean is like?”
   • “Can anyone name a sea creature?”

2. Show Pictures
   Display pictures of a range of sea creatures. Ask the children to point to and name any they recognise.

Main Activity (20 minutes)

1. Story Time (10 minutes)
   Read aloud a storybook about sea creatures. Choose a lively story that portrays different sea animals and their characteristics.

   • As you read, pause to discuss each creature and ask questions related to their traits, where they live, and what they eat.

2. Interactive Exploration (10 minutes)

   • Create an Ocean: Spread the blue blanket on the floor to represent the ocean.
   • Animal Matching Game:
     • Spread out the images of sea creatures around the blanket.
     • Ask children to come up one at a time, pick a sea creature image and place it in the designated area on the blanket (the ocean).
     • Discuss with each child briefly what their chosen sea creature is, including its colour, size, and any special characteristics.

Creative Activity (5 minutes)

• Colouring Sea Creatures:
  • Hand out colouring sheets of various sea creatures.
  • Encourage the children to use their imagination in colouring by asking them to choose their favourite colours.
  • While colouring, walk around and engage in conversation about their artwork.

Conclusion and Fun Activity (5 minutes)

1. Recap of What We Learned

   • Gather the children and ask them to share one new thing they learned about sea creatures.

2. Ocean Experience

   • For a fun ending, invite the children to step on the bubble wrap, simulating the sound of creating waves in the ocean. This sensory experience can enhance their engagement with the topic.

Assessment

• Informal assessment through observation of participation during discussions and activities.
• Evaluate understanding by listening to their answers during the recap segment.

Notes

• Ensure to be inclusive and adapt the pace according to the children's responses and engagement levels.
• Encourage students to ask questions throughout the lesson to foster a sense of curiosity and involvement.

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This concludes the lesson plan on sea creatures, designed to be engaging and informative for young learners!