| Teacher: | [YOUR NAME] |
| Email: | [YOUR EMAIL] |
| School Year: | 2051-2052 |
| Date: | [DATE] |
I. Objective
The objective of today's lesson plan is to provide toddlers with engaging activities that promote their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development.
II. Materials Needed
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Seasonal picture books
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Coloring supplies (crayons, markers, paper)
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Seasonal items for sensory play (e.g., leaves, snow, flowers)
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Building blocks
III. Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 8:00 - 8:30 | Arrival and Free Play |
| 8:30 - 9:00 | Circle Time: Welcome and Morning Song |
| 9:00 - 9:30 | Art Activity: Finger Painting |
| 9:30 - 10:00 | Snack Time |
| 10:00 - 10:30 | Outdoor Play |
| 10:30 - 11:00 | Story Time: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" |
| 11:00 - 11:30 | Music and Movement: Singing and Dancing |
| 11:30 - 12:00 | Lunch Time |
| 12:00 - 2:00 | Nap Time |
| 2:00 - 2:30 | Sensory Play: Water Play |
| 2:30 - 3:00 | Gross Motor Skills: Obstacle Course |
| 3:00 - 3:30 | Snack Time |
| 3:30 - 4:00 | Quiet Reading and Individual Activities |
| 4:00 - 4:30 | Group Activity: Building Blocks |
| 4:30 - 5:00 | Free Play and Departure |
IV. Activity Descriptions
Circle Time: Welcome and Morning Song
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Gather children in a circle.
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Welcome each child by name.
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Sing a lively morning song together to start the day on a positive note.
Art Activity: Finger Painting
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Provide toddlers with non-toxic finger paints and large sheets of paper.
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Encourage them to explore color mixing and create their own masterpieces.
Outdoor Play
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Take toddlers outside to explore the playground.
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Provide age-appropriate toys and equipment for climbing, sliding, and running.
Story Time: "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"
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Read "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle aloud to the children.
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Encourage interactive participation by asking questions about the story.
Music and Movement: Singing and Dancing
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Play upbeat music and encourage toddlers to dance and move their bodies.
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Use scarves or ribbons to enhance the sensory experience.
Sensory Play: Water Play
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Set up a water table with various containers, funnels, and toys for pouring and scooping.
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Supervise children closely to ensure safety around water.
Gross Motor Skills: Obstacle Course
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Create a simple obstacle course using mats, tunnels, and cones.
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Encourage toddlers to crawl, climb, and balance as they navigate the course.
Group Activity: Building Blocks
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Provide toddlers with a variety of building blocks.
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Encourage cooperative play and creativity as they build structures together.
V. Assessment
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Observation of motor skill development during art and craft.
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Listening to and noting the use of new vocabulary words.
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Observation of social interactions during group activities.
VI. Notes
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Ensure all materials are child-safe and non-toxic.
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Be mindful of food allergies during snack and lunch times.
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Keep activities flexible to cater to toddlers' varying attention spans.
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