Children explore different environments where games are played, distinguishing between indoor and outdoor games, and identifying natural and built features of the environment. They develop spatial awareness and an appreciation for the wider environment.
Where do I play games?
Daily schedule and activities
Morning Circle: Discuss where we play games - indoors and outdoors
Read 'Pete the Cat Plays Hide and Seek' by Kimberly and James Dean
Create a graph of indoor vs. outdoor games
Sort game pictures by where they are played (indoor/outdoor)
Observe students' ability to distinguish between indoor and outdoor game environments and their reasoning for classifications.
Students work in small groups to find items or features in different environments (classroom, playground, gym) using a picture checklist.
Duration
30 minutes
Materials
Learning Areas
One student hides an object while another student finds it using directional clues from classmates who say 'hotter' or 'colder' based on proximity.
Duration
20 minutes
Materials
Learning Areas
Students create small dioramas showing different environments where games are played (playground, gym, beach, etc.).
Duration
45 minutes
Materials
Learning Areas
Students search for specific 2D and 3D shapes in natural and built environments, recording their findings on a chart.
Duration
25 minutes
Materials
Learning Areas
Send home an activity sheet encouraging families to play games in different locations around their home and neighborhood. Include a simple recording sheet where children can draw or dictate where they played games.
