CHDV 150 Introduction to Curriculum

Small Group Activity Form

Name of Activity: Change of seasons
Curriculum Area: Social Studies

Length of Activity: 15-20 minutes

Learning Objectives (specify at least three):
The child will be able to put the correct leaf/flower in the correct box
The child will be able to correctly identify the different seasons.
The child will be able to identify the correct color of the flower.
Rationale for Selection: (Based on childrens culture, family, community experiences, home language, specific
assessed needs and interests)
This activity will be based on community experiences, family, and interests.
Anti-bias area: AB, AP, LAN, CUL
Anti-bias skills: To encourage cooperation and teamwork and to increase ability to label feelings and emotions.
DRDP measures:
8- cooperative play with peers
12-shared use of space and materials
27-cause and effect
34-classification

Material/Equipment Needed:
Fake leaves, flowers at different time of the seasons
Real flowers and leaves at current season
Boxes to separate
Paper
Markers
Preparation (What do you need to do beforehand?):

I need to mix a box of fake leaves and fake flowers with real ones.
I will set out 4 different boxes so the children can organize the leaves and flowers to the correct season.
I will make a paper for each box and write one of the 4 seasons on each box.
Procedures (step by step) Be Specific

*Beginning (How will I introduce activity?)

I will ask the children if they know anything about how the leaves change color during the different time of the
year. Once they are done, I will show them the boxes and ask them where they think that each flower or leaf
should go.
*Middle: (How will I support/enhance/scaffold?) The person reading your lesson plan should be able to
identify what you are saying or doing to support your stated learning objectives. THIS IS VERY
IMPORTANT.
I will let the children talk it all out and figure it out on their own. If they are having a hard time I will help.

*End: (How will I bring this activity to a conclusion and transition to the next activity? Be very specific
in how you will transition the children.)
Once the first box is empty I will go over the seasons. If the children have any questions I will answer. Once
they are done I will have the children empty the 4 boxes into the original boxes.
Throughout the day/week, what opportunities will the children have to reflect back on this activity?
I will ask them during circle time if they had a favorite flower or leaf. I will also place some of the leaves and
flowers in different centers around the room.