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Differentiation:

Literacy

• Write and draw about their family
• Read and discuss books about families
• Create a class family book
• Play word games with family-related vocabulary

• Paper and crayons
• Books about families
• Blank book for class family book
• Word cards with family-related vocabulary

• Provide additional support for students who may need help with writing or drawing
• Offer a variety of books at different reading levels to cater to different abilities
• Encourage students to contribute to the class family book in their own way (writing, drawing, or dictating)
• Adapt word games to suit different skill levels (e.g., matching words to pictures for beginners, creating sentences for more advanced students)

Numeracy

• Count and compare family members
• Create and solve simple addition and subtraction problems using family members
• Sort and classify family photos by different attributes (e.g., age, hair color)
• Measure and compare heights of family members

• Family photos or drawings
• Counting objects (e.g., buttons, blocks) for counting activities
• Simple addition and subtraction cards
• Measuring tape or ruler

• Provide manipulatives and visuals to support counting and comparing
• Offer different levels of addition and subtraction problems based on students' abilities
• Adapt sorting and classifying activities to suit different skill levels (e.g., sorting by one attribute for beginners, sorting by multiple attributes for more advanced students)
• Support students in measuring heights accurately and comparing the results

Science

• Explore different family structures and discuss similarities and differences
• Investigate and discuss inherited traits within families
• Observe and discuss the growth and changes of a family plant (e.g., bean plant)
• Discuss the importance of family relationships and how they contribute to well-being

• Books or pictures showcasing diverse family structures
• Family tree templates
• Bean plant and materials for planting (soil, pot, water)
• Discussion prompts or cards about family relationships

• Encourage respectful discussions about different family structures
• Provide opportunities for students to share and discuss their inherited traits
• Support students in observing and documenting the growth of the family plant
• Promote empathy and understanding of the role of family relationships in well-being

1. Create a family portrait using different art materials such as paints, crayons, and collage materials.

• Art materials (paints, crayons, collage materials)

• Provide a range of materials to cater to different abilities and preferences.

2. Design and decorate a family tree using paper, markers, and stickers.

• Paper
• Markers
• Stickers

• Support students with templates or pre-cut shapes.

3. Use clay or playdough to create models of family members.

• Clay or playdough

• Provide visual prompts or step-by-step instructions for those who need extra support.

4. Create a family collage using old magazines or family photographs.

• Old magazines
• Family photographs

• Encourage students to share and discuss their collages to foster inclusivity.

5. Engage in a guided drawing activity where students draw themselves and their family members.

• Drawing materials (paper, pencils, markers)

• Provide different levels of guidance based on individual needs.

1. Sing and perform action songs about families, such as "The Family Song" or "The Finger Family."

• Lyrics or song sheets

• Provide visual cues or gestures for students who struggle with memory or coordination.

2. Listen to different genres of music and discuss how they make students feel about their families.

• Various music recordings

• Encourage students to share their thoughts through drawing or verbal expression.

3. Create simple musical instruments using common household items and play along to family-themed songs.

• Household items (e.g., empty containers, rubber bands)

• Provide alternative instruments or adaptations for students with physical limitations.

4. Collaborate in a class performance where students sing a family-themed song together.

• Microphone or speaker system (if available)

• Offer opportunities for students to participate according to their comfort level.

1. Act out different family roles and scenarios, such as a family meal or a family outing.

• Props and costumes (e.g., toy food, hats, scarves)

• Assign roles based on students' interests and abilities.

2. Create and perform short skits about families using puppets or masks.

• Puppets or masks

• Provide visual prompts or scripts for students who may require additional support.

3. Engage in group improvisation where students act out different family scenarios using their bodies and facial expressions.

• Open space for movement

• Allow students to participate at their own comfort level, encouraging creative expression.

Station 1: All About Me

• Draw and color a self-portrait
• Write your name using letter tiles
• Match body parts with their names
• Create a family tree using pictures

Station 2: Family Photos

• Sort and categorize family photos
• Arrange photos in chronological order
• Describe family members in photos
• Create a photo album with captions

Station 3: My Family Book

• Draw and write about each family member
• Use stickers to represent family members
• Read and discuss books about families
• Create a mini-book about your family

Station 4: Family Interviews

• Interview a family member about their childhood
• Ask family members about their favorite activities
• Record and listen to family stories and traditions
• Write a short biography about a family member

Station 5: Family Collage

• Cut out pictures from magazines and newspapers
• Create a collage representing your family
• Talk about the different people in your collage
• Share your collage with a partner or small group

Station 6: Feelings Chart

• Identify and discuss different emotions
• Match facial expressions with corresponding emotions
• Share personal experiences associated with emotions
• Create a feelings chart using drawings or photographs