Activity Instruction Page
Animals Around the World
- Activity Type: Hands-On Activity
- Theme: Around the World, Zoo Animals
- Learning Center: Social Studies & Emotional Dev
During this theme there are a lot of natural opportunities to talk about the world we live in! You can include talking about a variety of climates, habitats, and geographic locations. Be sure to point out these things when engaging in activities with the children. Take special note of any locations and topics of interest for further study.
Materials & Direction
Materials List:
– Globe or world map
– Pictures or figurines of animals from different continents
– Crayons or markers
– Construction paper
– Glue
– Scissors
– Books or videos about animals around the world
Preschool Learning Objectives:
1. To develop an awareness of different continents and geographic locations.
2. To learn about different habitats and climates around the world.
3. To recognize and identify animals from different continents.
4. To engage in creative expression through art activities.
5. To build vocabulary related to animals and their habitats.
6. To develop an appreciation for the diversity of animal life around the world.
Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Start by introducing the concept of continents and showing the children where they are located on the globe or world map.
2. Show pictures or figurines of animals from different continents and discuss their habitats and characteristics.
3. Invite the children to choose an animal from a specific continent and create a habitat for it using construction paper, crayons, and other art supplies.
4. Encourage the children to share what they have learned about their chosen animal and its habitat with the group.
5. Read books or watch videos about animals around the world to further explore this theme.
6. Provide opportunities for the children to engage in pretend play based on animals and habitats they have learned about.
7. Consider incorporating sensory experiences related to different habitats, such as creating a sensory bin with sand for a desert habitat or water for an ocean habitat.
Teacher Tips for Differentiated Instruction:
– Provide visual prompts, such as pictures or books, for children who may benefit from additional support in learning about animals around the world.
– Offer hands-on manipulatives, such as animal figurines, for children who learn best through tactile experiences.
– Encourage verbal discussion and questioning for children who have strong verbal skills, to deepen their understanding of the topic.
– Adapt the art activities to suit different skill levels, such as providing pre-cut shapes for younger children or more complex cutting tasks for older children.
