Learning Objective
Show understanding of different Caribbean habitats through collaborative art
Materials Needed
- Large paper (bulletin board size)
- Tempera paints
- Brushes
- Pictures of local habitats (beach, rainforest, garden)
- Magazines for collage
- Glue sticks
- Markers
Preparation
- 1Divide large paper into habitat sections
- 2Set up painting stations
- 3Gather reference pictures of Caribbean habitats
- 4Protect work area with newspaper
Step-by-Step Instructions
- 1Show pictures of different Caribbean habitats
- 2Assign small groups to different habitat sections
- 3Children paint background for their habitat
- 4Add animals and plants by drawing, painting, or collage
- 5Discuss: 'What lives in this habitat? Why?'
- 6Connect all sections to show how habitats are connected
Assessment
- Does the child include appropriate plants/animals for the habitat?
- Can the child explain why certain things live in certain places?
- Does the child work cooperatively on the group project?
Extensions
- Invite another class to view and ask questions
- Create individual habitat books
- Research endangered Caribbean habitats
- Plan a habitat protection project
Teaching Tips
- Encourage creativity while maintaining accuracy
- Help children work together cooperatively
- Display prominently to celebrate their work
- Use this as ongoing reference for habitat discussions