Activity Instruction Page
Apples on the Map
- Activity Type: Hands-On Activity
- Theme: Apples
- Learning Center: Social Studies & Emotional Dev
Record where different types of apples were discovered on a map. Invite each child to find their favorite kind of apple and color it in on their own map. Discuss how different locations may trade apples when they can’t grow certain types in their area.
Materials & Direction
Materials List:
– Map of the United States or a map of the world
– Crayons or markers
– Apple stickers or pictures of different types of apples (e.g. red, green, yellow)
Preschool Learning Objectives:
1. Identify different types of apples (e.g. red, green, yellow).
2. Develop fine motor skills by coloring in specific areas on a map.
3. Learn to follow directions by finding and coloring in their favorite kind of apple on the map.
4. Understand geographical concepts by locating where different types of apples are grown.
Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Begin by introducing the different types of apples to the children and discussing their colors.
2. Show the map to the children and explain that they will be coloring in the map to record where different types of apples are discovered.
3. Provide each child with a map, crayons or markers, and apple stickers or pictures of apples.
4. Encourage the children to find their favorite kind of apple and color it in on the map.
5. Circulate around the classroom to provide assistance as needed and engage in discussions about the different types of apples.
6. Once all the children have completed their maps, gather them together and discuss the locations of the different types of apples.
7.Discuss how foods such as apples are traded around the world when they aren’t grown in certain places.
8. Display the maps in the classroom for further exploration and discussion.
Teacher Tips for Differentiated Instruction:
– For children who may need extra support, provide them with a visual guide or model to help them locate and color in their favorite type of apple.
– Allow children to work in pairs or small groups to collaborate and help each other find the different types of apples on the map.
– Offer additional resources such as books or videos about apples to further enhance their understanding of the topic.
Assessment Suggestions:
– Observe how well the children are able to follow directions and locate their favorite type of apple on the map.
– Assess their fine motor skills by observing how they color within the specific areas on the map.
– Evaluate their understanding of geographical concepts by discussing where different types of apples are grown and how they are distributed.
