Activity Instruction Page
Dentist Tray Relay Race
- Activity Type: Hands-On Activity
- Theme: Dental Health
- Learning Center: Physical Development & Health
Preschoolers work together to gather pretend dental tools, fostering fine motor skills and teamwork while introducing the significance of oral care through a lively and educational game.
Materials & Direction
Materials List:
– Pretend dental tools (toothbrush, dental mirror, floss, etc.)
– Large tray to hold the dental tools
– Dentist’s bag or container for collecting tools
– Stopwatch or timer (optional)
– Cones or markers to designate relay race start and finish lines
Preschool Learning Objectives:
– Develop fine motor skills through grasping and transferring objects
– Foster teamwork and collaboration among peers
– Understand the importance of dental hygiene and care
– Enhance listening skills by following instructions
Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Set up the activity area by placing the tray filled with pretend dental tools at one end of the designated space.
2. Place the dentist’s bag at the opposite end to serve as the collection point.
3. Divide the class into small teams, ensuring each team has an equal number of participants.
4. Explain the rules of the relay race:
– Each child will take turns running to the tray, picking a dental tool, and returning to their team to place it in the dentist’s bag.
– Once a child returns, the next teammate can go.
5. Start the relay race and use a timer if desired to track how long it takes for each team to collect all the tools.
6. After the race, gather the children to discuss what the different dental hygiene tools are used for and why dental health is important.
Differentiation Tips:
– Beginning Learners: Provide additional support by pairing them with a more experienced peer.
– Developing Learners: Encourage them to work independently but offer light guidance on how to pick up and carry tools properly.
– Mastered Learners: Introduce a challenge by adding more dental tools or creating a scavenger hunt where they have to find specific items in a set time.
Suggestions for Assessment:
– Observe teamwork and collaboration during the activity.
– Assess fine motor skill development by noting how effectively children handle and transfer tools.
– Engage children in a discussion post-activity about what they learned regarding dental health, assessing their understanding through their responses.
