| aidemia--modules-lessonstartideas_type | Give a creative idea how to begin a lesson |
| Which subject | Reading |
| What age group | Reception / Kindergarten |
| What topic | Topic and theme - read aloud I like mself |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Any other preferences |
To engage kindergarten students in recognizing the theme of self-acceptance and individuality through the read-aloud of "I Like Myself!" by Karen Beaumont.
Create the Space: Before the students arrive, prepare a section of wall space with the title "Selfie Wall" at the top. Leave enough room for sticky notes or colorful paper cut-outs.
Introduce the Activity: As students come into the classroom, gather them around the "Selfie Wall". Explain that today’s story is all about how much we can appreciate ourselves.
Prompt Reflection: Ask the students to think about one thing they like about themselves. It could be something they’re good at, a feature they love, or a personality trait they appreciate.
Write It Down: Provide each student with a sticky note or colorful paper cut-out and a marker. Ask them to write (or draw, for those who may not yet be writing letters) what they like about themselves.
Decorate the Wall: Once everyone is finished writing, invite students to come up one by one and stick their notes on the "Selfie Wall".
Celebrate Uniqueness: Once the wall is decorated with notes, take a moment to read some of them aloud. Emphasize the diversity and positivity reflected on the wall.
After everyone has shared, say, "Just like all the wonderful things we've put on our Selfie Wall, our story today, 'I Like Myself!', is all about celebrating who we are and loving ourselves just the way we are! Let’s find out how the character in our book feels about herself."
This introduction not only sets the stage for the theme of the book but also engages students by making them part of the learning process, fostering a sense of community and self-appreciation before diving into the story.