Literacy, Numeracy, Science

Subjects covered Activities Resources Differentiation
Literacy
  • Read and discuss a story about colors
  • Identify and name different colors
  • Practice writing color words
  • Create a class color book
  • Colorful storybook
  • Color flashcards
  • Writing materials
  • Construction paper
  • Provide additional support for struggling readers
  • Offer extra writing practice for more advanced students
Numeracy
  • Sort objects by color
  • Create and complete color patterns
  • Count and compare objects of different colors
  • Play a color matching game
  • Assorted objects of different colors
  • Color pattern cards
  • Counting manipulatives
  • Color matching cards or blocks
  • Provide support with sorting and pattern completion
  • Challenge advanced students with more complex patterns
Science
  • Explore and name primary colors
  • Mix primary colors to create secondary colors
  • Observe and discuss color changes in nature (e.g., leaves changing color)
  • Experiment with color-changing materials
  • Color wheel or color mixing materials
  • Nature photographs or samples
  • Color-changing materials (e.g., temperature-sensitive paper)
  • Simple science experiment supplies
  • Provide additional explanations and demonstrations for understanding color mixing
  • Encourage independent exploration and observation

Arts Subjects

Subjects covered

Activities

Resources

Differentiation

Visual Arts
  • Create a color wheel using different colored construction paper
  • Paint a picture using only primary colors
  • Collage using various colored materials
  • Construction paper
  • Paint and brushes
  • Magazines, colored paper, and glue
  • Vary the complexity of the collage activity based on student ability
  • Provide additional support for students with fine motor difficulties

Music
  • Listen to and discuss songs with color-related lyrics
  • Create a class song about colors
  • Use colored scarves to move and dance to different music
  • CD player or device to play songs
  • Whiteboard or chart paper for writing the class song
  • Colored scarves
  • Provide visual cues to support understanding for students with hearing difficulties
  • Offer alternative ways for students to participate in movement activities

Drama
  • Role-play different colored characters
  • Act out a story using colored props
  • Improvise a scene based on a specific color
  • Dress-up clothes and accessories
  • Colored objects or props
  • Imagination and creativity
  • Provide visual cues and scripts for students who may struggle with improvisation
  • Allow for individual or small group performances to cater to different comfort levels

Physical Education
  • Play a game of "Color Tag" where students have to touch objects of a specific color
  • Create an obstacle course with colored markers for students to follow
  • Engage in a "Rainbow Dance" activity where students move to different colored spots
  • Colored markers or cones
  • Open space for movement activities
  • Music or whistle for signaling
  • Adapt the game to include different levels of physical exertion
  • Provide visual cues for students with coordination difficulties

Language
  • Read and discuss books about colors
  • Write and illustrate a story using different colored markers or crayons
  • Play a color-themed memory game with flashcards
  • Colorful books about colors
  • Writing materials (markers or crayons, paper)
  • Color flashcards or homemade cards
  • Provide visual supports such as picture cues or word banks
  • Offer different levels of complexity for writing and reading tasks

Station Ideas

Station 1: Colour Sorting

  • Sort objects by color
  • Use colored blocks or counters to sort by color

Station 2: Rainbow Art

  • Create a rainbow using different colored paper or paint
  • Explore mixing colors to create new shades

Station 3: Color Hunt

  • Go on a walk and identify objects of different colors
  • Collect colored objects and create a display

Station 4: Color Sensory Play

  • Explore different textures and colors with sensory bins
  • Use colored rice, water beads, or playdough

Station 5: Color Mixing

  • Experiment with primary colors to create secondary colors
  • Use paint or watercolor markers to mix colors

Story Time

Once upon a time in a colorful world, there was a little girl named Lily. Lily loved colors and always saw the beauty in everything around her. She had a special talent - she could make colors come alive!

One sunny day, Lily decided to take a walk in the magical forest near her house. As she walked along the winding path, she noticed something glowing in the distance. Curiosity sparked in her eyes, and she followed the glow until she stumbled upon a hidden rainbow.

The rainbow was unlike any other she had ever seen before. It had colors she had never even imagined. Each color was more vibrant and magical than the last. Lily couldn't believe her eyes.

"Hello, little one," a soft voice said. Startled, Lily looked around and saw a tiny, colorful fairy sitting on a nearby mushroom. "I am Rainbow, the guardian of all colors. I have been waiting for someone like you."

Lily's eyes widened with excitement. She couldn't believe that she had found the guardian of colors. "Can you show me how to make colors come alive?" she asked eagerly.

Rainbow smiled and nodded. "Of course, dear Lily. All you need is a little imagination and love for colors."

For days and nights, Lily and Rainbow explored the magical forest together. They danced with the red flowers, painted with the blue butterflies, and swam with the yellow fish. Lily's laughter echoed through the trees as she brought colors to life with her magical touch.

One day, as Lily and Rainbow were playing near a sparkling lake, they noticed something strange. The colors around them started to fade away.

"Oh no, what's happening?" Lily cried, worried about losing the vibrant colors she loved so much.

Rainbow floated closer to Lily and explained, "My dear, the colors are fading because people have forgotten to appreciate them. They no longer see the beauty in the world around them."

Determined to save the colors, Lily had an idea. She decided to organize a special event called the "Colorful Carnival" in her town. She invited everyone to come and celebrate the beauty of colors.

The day of the carnival arrived, and people from all over came to join the festivities. There were bright balloons, dazzling decorations, and joyful music. Lily and Rainbow led everyone in a parade, showcasing the wonders of colors.

As the day went on, something magical happened. People started to smile and laugh. They noticed the colors around them and saw the world in a new light. Lily's love for colors had spread to everyone, and the town was once again filled with vibrant hues.

From that day forward, Lily became known as the "Colorful Hero." She continued to bring joy and appreciation for colors to everyone she met.

And so, dear children, remember to always appreciate the colors around you. Just like Lily, you have the power to make the world a more colorful and beautiful place. The end!