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Family Game Time Stories
25 minutes
Whole Class
Sharing
Learning Objectives
Share family experiences and traditions
Recognize similarities and differences in families
Practice storytelling skills
Build connections between home and school
Preparation
Send note home asking families to share game stories with children
Prepare chart paper for recording games
Set up cozy sharing area
Have your own family game story ready to share
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
Gather in sharing circle
2
Share your own family game story first
3
Invite children to share games they play with family members
4
Ask questions: 'Who taught you this game?' 'When do you play it?'
5
Record different family games on chart paper
6
Notice similarities: 'Three families play dominoes!'
7
Celebrate differences: 'What interesting games our families play!'
8
Thank children for sharing their family stories
Materials Needed
Family photos (optional)
Chart paper
Markers
Comfortable seating area
Assessment
Child shares family game experience
Child listens respectfully to others
Child shows interest in different family traditions
Child makes connections between families
Key Vocabulary
family
tradition
story
share
different
same
special
Safety Notes
Respect family privacy
Create inclusive environment for all family types
Teaching Tips
Be sensitive to different family structures
Include all types of family games
Help children who may be shy about sharing
Connect games to cultural backgrounds
Extensions
Invite family members to demonstrate games
Create family game book with photos and stories
Learn games from different families
Map where different games come from
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