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What topic	Fathers day
What length (min)	30
What age group	Preschool / Nursery
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Lesson Plan: Father's Day Celebration

Subject: No specific subject
Age Group: Preschool / Nursery
Duration: 30 minutes

Learning Objectives

• To understand the significance of Father's Day
• To express appreciation and love for fathers and father figures
• To engage in creative activities related to Father's Day

Resources Needed

• Art supplies (coloured paper, crayons, markers, glue)
• Pre-cut shapes (ties, shirts, cards)
• Children’s book about fathers (e.g., "My Daddy" by Angela Johnson)
• Music for a sing-along
• Projector (optional for visuals)

Introduction (5 minutes)

Welcome the Children

• Greet the children and gather them in a comfortable circle.
• Introduce the topic of Father's Day, explaining that it is a special day to celebrate all the wonderful things dads and father figures do.

Story Time

• Read a short children’s book about fathers to set the mood. Encourage the children to share their favourite things about their dads during or after the story.

Main Activity (20 minutes)

Creative Craft Session

1. Father’s Day Cards

   • Provide materials for the children to create their own Father’s Day cards.
   • Encourage children to draw pictures of their dads or write (or dictate) messages of love and appreciation inside the cards.

2. Decorating the Cards

   • Offer various decorative supplies such as stickers, glitter, and ribbons to embellish their cards.

Sharing Time

• Allow each child to present their card to the group, explaining what they love about their dad. This promotes confidence and speaking skills.

Song and Dance (5 minutes)

Sing-Along

• Conclude the lesson with a fun, uplifting song about fathers. Encourage children to sing along and add some simple dance moves to make it interactive.

Wrap-Up

• Recap the importance of Father’s Day and remind them to give their cards to their dads.
• Thank everyone for their participation and enthusiasm.

Conclusion

This lesson focuses on love and appreciation, fostering emotional literacy in young children while engaging them in creative activities. Happy Father’s Day to all!