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Butterflies and other insects - Coggle Diagram
Butterflies and other insects
insects
development
activities
science
bring caterpillars into the classroom to form into chrysalis then once he cocoons are ready to hatch release the butterflies as a class.
physical
gross motor skills
children can create butterfly dances by using their knowledge about butterflies
children can play physical games using their gross motor skills by reenacting the butterfly lifecycle
emotional
Self-Esteem- showing pride in work and achievements
children can show off their work to classmates confidently
increasing pride in work and interest
in learning new things
children can expand their knowledge on butterflies by reading, writing, and through their personal creativity
cognitive
inquiry
use insect memory cards groups of kids will enjoy this game
children can inquire about butterflies and insects ie.
observing and forming a question
collecting information
interpreting information
Memory
using several memory strategies
in one situation
using several memory strategies
class discussions can be based off their memory of the virtual field trip
social
cooperation- cooperating and sharing frequently
children can share their experiences with butterflies, and butterfly ideas among eachother in a small group setting.
children can also have a show and tell day to share with the class their favourite insect stuffed animal or toy
friendship- participating in complex socio-dramatic play and playing group games
children can have large group experiences that involve singing songs this way children can divide into groups based on interest and of butterflies they like and sing songs about butterflies to the class.
we can have read-aloud days where children get into groups and read insect books such as the very hungry caterpillar, the grouchy ladybug, and waiting for wings.
communication
writing- writing about a personally meaningful topic and writing messages to others
creating butterfly stories
learning more words daily
using synonyms
using local slang
vocabulary
using terms around the classroom such as lifecycle, metamorphosis, growing, flying
sharing messages with friends about insects
creating short stories about what they learned from the butterfly conservatory
reading stories about insects
having group projects where the children use their knowledge of insects