Materials List:
– Oatmeal packets or rolled oats
– Water or milk
– Assorted fruits (such as bananas, strawberries, blueberries)
– Nuts (such as almonds, walnuts)
– Bowls and spoons for each child

Preschool Learning Objectives:
– Enhance fine motor skills through pouring, stirring, and cutting fruits and nuts
– Encourage creativity and imagination in designing a “treasure map” on their oatmeal
– Promote healthy eating habits by incorporating fruits and nuts into a breakfast meal

Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Begin by preparing the oatmeal according to the instructions on the packet or using rolled oats and water/milk. Allow the oatmeal to cool slightly before serving to the children.
2. Provide each child with a bowl of oatmeal and a spoon.
3. Encourage the children to decorate their oatmeal to create a “treasure map” by adding pieces of fruit and nuts in creative ways.
4. Assist the children as needed with cutting the fruits and nuts, if necessary, to ensure safety.
5. Once the children have completed their breakfast treasure maps, have them share and discuss their creations with the group before enjoying their tasty creation.

Teacher Tips for Differentiated Instruction:
– For children who may need assistance with fine motor skills, provide pre-cut fruits and nuts or offer adaptive utensils to aid in cutting.
– Encourage children to use their imaginations to create different designs on their oatmeal, such as a pirate ship or a treasure chest.
– Offer a variety of fruits and nuts to accommodate any dietary restrictions or preferences.

Assessment Suggestions:
– Observe the children’s fine motor skills as they pour, stir, and cut fruits and nuts.
– Listen to the children’s descriptions of their “treasure maps” to assess their creativity and imagination.
– Note the children’s willingness to try new foods and incorporate healthy ingredients into their breakfast.