School Helper Hunt

Week 3 Activity - Detailed Instructions

Learning Objectives

Students will identify different jobs within the school
Students will understand how school helpers contribute to the community
Students will practice interview and observation skills

Materials Needed

Clipboards for each student
School helper hunt checklist
Pencils
Camera
Thank you cards (pre-made)
Name tags for students

Preparation Steps

1Contact school staff to arrange brief visits
2Create a route map for the school tour
3Prepare interview questions appropriate for kindergarten level
4Make thank you cards in advance
5Arrange for additional adult supervision

Step-by-Step Instructions

Begin with a discussion about jobs and helpers in the school

Review tour expectations and safety rules

Visit different areas: office, library, cafeteria, custodial areas, etc.

Have students observe and ask prepared questions

Take photos of students meeting different helpers

Have students check off helpers they meet on their hunt list

Return to classroom to discuss what they learned

Deliver thank you cards to all the helpers visited

Assessment

Observe students' ability to identify different school jobs
Note respectful behavior during visits
Listen to students' questions and observations
Document understanding of how helpers contribute to school community

Teaching Tips

Keep visits brief and focused
Prepare school staff for the types of questions students might ask
Take lots of photos to create a documentation display
Follow up with thank you notes from the class

Extension Activities

Additional ways to extend and enrich this learning experience

1
Create a school helper book with photos and job descriptions
2
Invite school helpers to visit the classroom
3
Set up dramatic play areas representing different school jobs
4
Write and perform a play about school helpers

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Exploration

90 minutes (including tour)

Whole class with adult supervision