Unit of Work

Literacy, Numeracy, Science

Subjects covered:	Activities:	Resources:	Differentiation:
Literacy	Reading books about different types of homes Writing and illustrating a story about their home Creating a class book with each student contributing a page about their home	Storybooks about homes Paper and art supplies for story creation Class book materials (e.g., blank book, markers, glue)	Vary the complexity of books to cater to different reading levels Provide writing prompts or sentence starters for struggling writers Offer support and guidance during story creation
Numeracy	Counting and sorting household objects Estimating and measuring the length of different rooms in their homes Creating a pictograph of favorite rooms in their homes	Household objects for counting and sorting Tape measure or rulers for measuring Paper and art supplies for creating pictographs	Provide different sets of objects for counting and sorting based on difficulty Offer support and guidance during measuring activities Adapt the level of complexity for creating pictographs (e.g., number of rooms)
Science	Identifying materials used to build homes (e.g., wood, brick, concrete) Exploring different types of houses and their features Investigating different sources of energy used in homes	Pictures or samples of building materials Pictures or models of different types of houses Resources about sources of energy (e.g., books, videos)	Provide visual aids and hands-on materials to support identification of building materials Offer visuals and discussions to explore different types of houses Adjust the level of complexity when investigating sources of energy

Arts Subjects

Subjects covered	Activities	Resources	Differentiation
Visual Arts	Create a collage of their home using different materials Draw and paint a picture of their family Design and decorate their own dream house	Scissors, glue, colored papers Drawing and painting materials Construction paper, markers, crayons	Provide different materials and encourage children to use their imagination Offer various drawing and painting tools for different skill levels Provide additional support for children who may need assistance
Drama	Role-play different family members at home Act out a typical day at home Create and perform a short play about home life	Props and costumes (e.g., hats, scarves, bags) Imaginary home setting Simple scripts or story prompts	Encourage children to take on different roles and share their own experiences Provide visual cues or prompts for children who may need extra support Allow children to collaborate and support each other during performances
Music	Sing songs about home and family Create rhythmic patterns using body percussion Listen to different types of music associated with home	Lyrics or songbooks Noise-making objects or instruments Recordings of various music genres	Provide a variety of songs to suit different abilities and interests Encourage children to explore different body movements and sounds Adapt activities to cater to children with specific needs
Dance	Create dance movements inspired by different rooms in a house Learn and perform simple dance routines Improvise movements based on home-related themes	Open space for movement Inspirational images or objects Music or rhythm tracks	Provide options for different levels of physical ability and coordination Encourage children to express their own ideas through movement Offer support and adaptations as needed
English (Language Development)	Read and discuss stories about homes and families Write and illustrate a simple book about their own home Engage in conversations about their homes	Age-appropriate storybooks Blank books or papers Visual aids for conversation prompts	Provide a range of reading materials for different reading levels Support emergent writing skills through scaffolding and modeling Encourage active participation and create a supportive environment for conversations

Station Ideas

Home Theme Stations for Junior Infants:

Role Play Corner: Create a mini kitchen or living room area for pretend play.
Building Blocks: Use blocks to construct different types of houses.
Art and Crafts: Make collages using pictures of houses, or create your own house with popsicle sticks and paper.
Small World Play: Set up a dollhouse or a miniature neighborhood for imaginative play.
Sensory Station: Fill trays with different materials like sand, rice, or water to explore different textures.
Story Corner: Provide books about homes and families for quiet reading time.
Puzzles: Offer puzzles with house-themed pictures for problem-solving skills.
Gardening: Set up a small gardening area where children can plant and care for their own plants or flowers.
Music and Movement: Play songs about homes and families and encourage dancing and movement.
Technology: Explore interactive apps or websites related to houses or families.

Story Time

Once Upon a Time

Once upon a time, in a cozy little village, there was a sweet little girl named Lily. Lily loved playing with her friends, but her favorite place to be was at home with her family.

Lily's home was a small, yellow house with a beautiful garden. She lived there with her mom, dad, and her playful dog, Max. Every day, after school, Lily would come home and find her family waiting for her with big smiles on their faces.

One sunny afternoon, Lily's teacher, Miss Emily, decided to take the class on a special field trip. They were going to visit different houses in their neighborhood to learn about different types of homes.

Lily was very excited about the field trip. She couldn't wait to see how her friends' homes looked like. The first house they visited was a tall apartment building. It had many floors, and each floor had different families living in it.

Next, they went to a house made of bricks. It had a big chimney on top, and smoke was coming out of it. Lily learned that this house was called a "fireplace."

After that, they visited a house made of wood. It had a beautiful porch where the family liked to sit and watch the sunset. The children in that house loved playing outside in their big backyard.

Finally, they visited a house on wheels called a "caravan." It had wheels on the bottom, so it could move from one place to another. Lily thought it was like a little house on a big adventure!

When they returned to school, Miss Emily asked the children to draw a picture of their favorite type of home. Lily sat at her desk and thought for a moment. She loved all the different types of houses she saw, but her favorite was still her own cozy little yellow house.

Lily drew a beautiful picture of her home with her family and Max in the garden. She even added colorful flowers to make it extra special. When she finished, she showed her drawing to Miss Emily.

Miss Emily smiled and said, "Lily, your home is as special as any other house we visited today. It is filled with love and happiness, and that's what makes it the best home of all."

Lily felt proud of her home. She realized that no matter what type of home you have, it's the love and the people in it that make it truly special.

From that day on, Lily cherished her home even more. She knew that no matter where she went, her cozy little yellow house would always be her favorite place to be.

The End