Materials List:
– Picture cards of zoo animals
– Props to represent different zoo animals (such as a stuffed monkey, elephant trunk, etc.)

Preschool Learning Objectives:
1. Recognize and identify different zoo animals.
2. Develop fine motor skills through finger plays.
3. Improve language and vocabulary skills by learning new finger plays.

Preschool Teacher Instructions:
1. Introduce the concept of zoo animals to the children by showing them picture cards of different zoo animals. Talk about their names, sounds they make, and where they live.
2. Teach the children a variety of finger plays that feature zoo animals such as “5 Little Monkeys Jumping on the Bed” or “Elephant in the Zoo.” Demonstrate the finger plays to the children and encourage them to participate.
3. Provide props to represent different zoo animals during the finger plays. For example, use a stuffed monkey for the monkey finger play or an elephant trunk prop for the elephant finger play.
4. Encourage children to use their imagination and creativity while performing the finger plays. Allow them to come up with their own movements and gestures to go along with the songs.
5. Provide different levels of support and guidance based on each child’s individual needs. Some children may need more assistance with the movements, while others may be able to follow along independently. Offer praise and encouragement to all children as they participate in the activity.