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| Which subject | Mathematics |
| What topic | Rocks |
| What length (min) | 30 |
| What age group | Preschool / Nursery |
| Class size | 20 |
| What curriculum | |
| Include full script | |
| Check previous homework | |
| Ask some students to presents their homework | |
| Add a physical break | |
| Add group activities | |
| Include homework | |
| Show correct answers | |
| Prepare slide templates | |
| Number of slides | 5 |
| Create fill-in cards for students | |
| Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments |
Mathematics
Rocks
Preschool / Nursery
30 minutes
20
This lesson plan aligns with early childhood mathematics standards, focusing on foundational skills through engaging and interactive activities.
| Step Number | Step Title | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction | 5 min | Introduce the topic of rocks with a brief discussion about different types of rocks. Ask if anyone has a favorite rock or if they have seen different rocks in their environment. |
| 2 | Rock Exploration | 10 min | Distribute various types of rocks to small groups. Allow students to explore the rocks using magnifying glasses and to make observations about their characteristics. |
| 3 | Comparison Activity | 5 min | Using the scales, guide students to compare the weight of small rocks and larger rocks, encouraging the use of mathematical language (heavier/lighter). |
| 4 | Drawing Activity | 5 min | Hand out worksheets and have students draw their favorite rock, encouraging them to label features (color, shape) and discuss it with a partner. |
| 5 | Storytime | 5 min | Read a short story related to rocks that also incorporates simple math concepts (e.g., counting rocks). Engage students by asking questions related to the story. |
| 6 | Wrap-Up and Review | 2 min | Summarize the key learnings from the lesson. Highlight what the students enjoyed the most about rocks. |
Students will take home a worksheet to draw and describe a rock they find at home or in their backyard. This will be checked in class without presentations. Teachers can ask students to share their findings verbally if they wish during the next lesson.
Teachers will informally assess student understanding through observations during activities, group discussions, and reviewing completed homework worksheets.