| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Reading |
| What age group | Year or Grade 3 |
| What topic | Peach show and tell |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
Today, we're going to dive into the delicious world of peaches! We'll explore why they are special and learn how to describe them for our "Show and Tell."
Begin your lesson by reading aloud a short, whimsical story about a character named "Penny the Peach." Penny travels from the orchard to a bustling farmer's market, meeting friends and learning about what makes peaches unique.
Example excerpt:
"Once upon a sunny day, Penny the Peach rolled down the hill, her skin a sunny gold, and she couldn’t wait to tell everyone about her juicy adventures..."
After the story, set up three sensory stations around the classroom:
Sight Station: Display various types of peaches—some whole, some halved, and some in pictures. Encourage students to notice the different colors and shapes.
Touch Station: Provide soft, fuzzy peach samples (if available and permitted) or textured peach fabric. Let students feel the fuzziness of the skin and the smoothness of the flesh inside.
Smell Station: Have a peach candle or a small bowl of peach slices. Let students take turns closing their eyes and smelling, prompting them to describe the scent.
Gather the students and ask each one to share something they observed or felt at the sensory stations. Write their responses on the board. Prompt them with questions like:
As students share their thoughts, build excitement by saying, "Now that you know so much about our special peach, it's your turn to share! You'll each get a chance for Peach Show and Tell—tell us what makes your peach special!"
Encourage students to think about their own peaches, either real or imaginary, and prepare their show-and-tell presentations based on what they learned from the sensory experience. Reinforce that a good storyteller uses their senses to create a vivid picture for their audience.
Let’s make our peach presentations as juicy and memorable as the fruit itself! 🍑