Week 3: Weather and Seasons
Weekly Focus
Children learn about the four seasons and how weather patterns change throughout the year, exploring seasonal activities and clothing.
Week at a Glance
Daily themes for Week 3
- MondayIntroduction to Seasons
- TuesdaySpring Weather & Activities
- WednesdaySummer Weather & Activities
- ThursdayFall Weather & Activities
- FridayWinter Weather & Activities
Teacher Tip
Learning Objectives
- Identify and describe the four seasons
- Understand how weather changes throughout the year
- Recognize seasonal activities and clothing
- Make connections between seasons and nature
- Develop seasonal vocabulary and concepts
Key Vocabulary
Materials Needed
- Seasonal props and clothing
- Pictures of different seasons
- Seasonal books and stories
- Art supplies for seasonal crafts
- Seasonal music and songs
- Nature items from different seasons
- Chart paper and markers
- Seasonal activity cards
Daily Plans
Monday: Introduction to Seasons
Focus Question
What are the four seasons and how do they change?
Suggested Books
- "The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree" by Gail Gibbons
- "It's Spring!" by Linda Glaser
- "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats
Morning Circle
Introduce the four seasons by showing large pictures and props representing each season. Ask children to identify seasonal changes and discuss how weather affects our daily lives throughout the year.
Teacher Tip: Use real objects and pictures to make seasonal concepts concrete for young learners.
Literacy Focus
Read 'The Seasons of Arnold's Apple Tree' and discuss how the tree changes throughout the year. Connect the story to seasonal weather patterns and natural cycles.
Math Activity
Create a seasons chart and count seasonal items. Sort pictures and objects by season, practice counting from 1-10, and discuss which season has the most/least items.
Extension: Use seasonal manipulatives to create patterns - spring, summer, fall, winter. Ask children to continue the pattern.
Seasons Sorting Game
Set up four seasonal stations with props and materials. Children rotate through stations to explore each season through hands-on activities and sorting games.
Closing Circle
Share seasonal discoveries and discuss favorite seasons. Ask children which season they like best and why. Begin establishing seasonal observation routines.
Reflection Questions:
- What did you learn about seasons today?
- How does weather change throughout the year?
- What season do you like best and why?
Additional Resources
Unit Reflection
As we complete our exploration of weather and seasons, take time to reflect on how your students have developed their understanding of seasonal changes and weather patterns.
- • How have students demonstrated understanding of seasonal changes?
- • What seasonal activities were most engaging for the class?
- • How can we continue to reinforce seasonal concepts throughout the year?
- • What connections have students made between weather and seasons?
Continue to point out seasonal changes and weather patterns in daily classroom discussions and activities.