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Full, Half & Empty - how to teach this concept easily to children

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Full, Half & Empty Full:  When a container is completely filled with something (like water, blocks, or toys), it is FULL. Half:  When a container is filled halfway (not completely full, but not empty either), it is HALF FULL. Empty:  When a container has nothing inside, it is EMPTY. Story of full, half, and empty:- The Story of Benny's Juice Cup Benny had a big cup of juice. The cup was FULL of juice, all the way to the top! Benny drank some of the juice, and now the cup was HALF full. Benny drank some more, and soon the cup was EMPTY! Benny's mom asked him, "Benny, is your cup full, half full, or empty?" Benny replied, "My cup is empty, Mom!" Discussion Questions: 1. What was Benny's cup like at first? 2. What happened to Benny's cup after he drank some juice? 3. What was Benny's cup like at the end? Activity Ideas: 1. Water Play:  Fill a container with water and ask students to describe its state (full, half, or empty). Then, have them pour...

Tall Taller Tallest - how to teach this concept easily to children

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Tall Taller Tallest Tall - Something or someone is "tall" when they are slightly high. Taller - Something or someone is "taller" when they are higher than something or someone else. Tallest - Something or someone is the "tallest" when they are the highest of all! Using Real-Life Examples:- 1. Blocks:  Build blocks of different heights and label them "tall," "taller," and "tallest." 2. Toys:  Arrange toys, such as stuffed animals or dolls, in order of height, from "tall" to "tallest." Interactive Activities:- 1. Sorting Game:  Prepare a set of cards or objects with different heights and ask children to sort them into "tall," "taller," and "tallest" categories. 2. Measurement:  Use measuring tools, such as rulers or tape, to measure objects and compare their heights. Story Time:- The Three Friends Once upon a time, there were three friends - Tim, Tom, and Tony. Tim was tall. He c...

FIVE IN THE BED

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Five in the bed - Finger Play 1. Start with 5 fingers:  Hold up 5 fingers to represent the 5 little children in the bed. 2. Roll over:  Roll your fingers over to mimic the children rolling over in the bed. 3. One fell out:  Fold down 1 finger to represent the child who fell out of the bed. 4. Repeat with 4, 3, 2, 1:  Continue the finger play, folding down 1 finger at a time, until all the children have fallen out of the bed. Rhyme: (Sing to the traditional tune) Five in the bed and the little one said, "Roll over, roll over!" So they all rolled over and one fell out. Four in the bed and the little one said, "Roll over, roll over!" (continue counting down to 1) Tips and Variations: 1. Use props:  Use a toy bed or a picture of a bed to enhance the finger play experience. 2. Create a story:  Encourage children to create their own story about the children in the bed. 3. Act it out:  Act out the rhyme with the children, using gestures and movements to mimic...

FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS

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Five Little Monkeys - Fingerplay Finger Play: 1. Start with 5 fingers:  Hold up 5 fingers to represent the 5 little monkeys. 2. Jumping on the bed:  Wiggle your fingers to mimic the monkeys jumping on the bed. 3. One fell off:  Fold down 1 finger to represent the monkey that fell off. 4. Mama called the doctor:  Make a calling motion with your hand. 5. Repeat with 4, 3, 2, 1:  Continue the finger play, folding down 1 finger at a time, until all the monkeys have fallen off. Song: (Sing to the tune of "Five Little Monkeys") Five little monkeys jumping on the bed, One fell off and bumped his head. Mama called the doctor, and the doctor said, "No more monkeys jumping on the bed!" Tips and Variations: 1. Use props:  Use monkey props or pictures to enhance the finger-play experience. 2. Create a story:  Encourage children to create their own story using finger play as a starting point. 3. Act it out:  Act out the song with the children, using gestures a...

The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse

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Story: The Town Mouse and the Country Mouse Once upon a time, in a big city, there lived a Town Mouse. He loved to explore the city and eat delicious food from the market. One day, the Town Mouse visited his friend, the Country Mouse, who lived in a cozy little hole in the countryside. The Country Mouse was amazed by the Town Mouse's stories of the city. He wanted to see it for himself. The Town Mouse took the Country Mouse on a tour of the city. They saw big buildings, busy streets, and tasty food. But, oh no! A loud noise scared the Country Mouse, and he realized that the city was too much for him. The Country Mouse was happy to return to his quiet home in the countryside. He realized that he liked his simple life better. Moral: The moral of the story is that it's okay to like what you have and where you live. You don't need to have everything to be happy. Discussion Questions: 1. Where did the Town Mouse live? 2. Where did the Country Mouse live? 3. Why did the Country M...

The Wind and the Sun

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Story: The Wind and the Sun Once upon a time, the Wind and the Sun were arguing over who was stronger. A traveler was walking by, wearing a warm coat. The Wind and the Sun decided to test their powers by seeing who could make the traveler remove his coat. The Wind blew and blew, trying to blow the coat off the traveler. But the traveler held his coat tightly. Then, the Sun shone brightly, warming the traveler. Soon, the traveler felt too hot and removed his coat. The Wind realized that the Sun's gentle warmth was stronger than his loud blows. Moral: The moral of the story is that kindness and gentleness can be stronger than force and power. Discussion Questions: 1. Who were the two characters arguing in the story? 2. What was the challenge they gave each other? 3. Who won the challenge and why? Activities: 1. Drawing:  Have the children draw a picture of the Wind and the Sun. 2. Role-Playing:  Act out the story with the children, taking turns playing the Wind, the Sun, an...

The Fox and the Grapes

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Story: The Fox and the Grapes Once upon a time, a hungry fox saw some juicy grapes hanging from a vine. He wanted those grapes so badly! The fox jumped and jumped, trying to reach the grapes. But no matter how hard he tried, he couldn't get them. Finally, the fox gave up and walked away. As he was leaving, he said, "Those grapes are probably sour anyway!" Moral: The moral of the story is that sometimes we can't have everything we want. Instead of being sad or angry, we can learn to be happy with what we have. Discussion Questions: 1. What did the fox want? 2. Why couldn't the fox get the grapes? 3. What did the fox say about the grapes at the end? Activities: 1. Drawing:  Have the children draw a picture of the fox and the grapes. 2. Role-Playing:  Act out the story with the children, taking turns playing the fox. 3. Sequencing:  Cut out pictures of the story and have the children put them in order.