Assignment – Learning Plan 1

Instructions

Using the template provided, you will apply what you have learned from the textbook and other sources to develop a plan for preschool-age children that expresses creativity through the senses and/or aesthetics.

Before You Start

Watch the video below to see an example of a Creative Activity.

• Pay special attention to the open-ended questions and conversations taking place. This is a critical component of a good plan.
• A closed-caption option is available.

2022 George Lucas Educational Foundation

View My Example

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Accessing the Template

Click on the link to open. Then click on File; then click Make a Copy; Save copy to your name:

Choose One Creative Experience

• For this plan, you will choose one of the following activities. If you prefer to use your own idea, you will need to get it approved by me first.

Resources:

Using The Textbook

The following chapters will be your guide for filling out the template.

• The curriculum cycle is presented on page 131 of our textbook as your guide (a copy of the is also included in this module).
• Chapter 1 explains concepts related to creativity.
• Chapter 2 explains aesthetic sense/senses.
• Chapter 6 explains terms such as multiple intelligences, differentiating instruction, and Bloom’s Taxonomy.

How Do I Write Objectives?

Objectives are what children should be able to master (know/be able to do) at the completion of your plan. These objectives should relate to the content areas emphasized in the plan. Remember to use measurable, observable verbs from

One verb per objective. Each objective should use a different verb and measure. Each objective must be specifically related to a Preschool Learning Foundation. Indicate the number of each related Foundation and write it out.

Use this format when writing your objectives.

• Children will … (write the objective in measurable, observable terms).

Where Do I Find the California Preschool Learning Foundations

(Social-Emotional Development, Language and Literacy, English-Language Development, Mathematics)

The

Links to an external site.

is a companion to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 1, and presents strategies and information to enrich learning and development opportunities for all of California’s preschool children. Volume 1 focuses on four learning domains: social-emotional development, language and literacy, English-language development, and mathematics.

(Visual and Performing Arts, Physical Development, Health)

The

Links to an external site.

covers the domains of visual and performing arts, physical development, and health. This companion publication to the California Preschool Learning Foundations, Volume 2, gives guidance to teachers about strategies for arranging the learning environment, selecting materials, and planning adult-led and child-initiated learning experiences that optimize childrens development, learning, and overall well-being.

(HistorySocial Science, Science)

Links to an external site.

covers the domains of history-social science and science. This companion publication to the California Preschool Learning Foundations Volume 3, gives guidance to teachers about strategies for arranging the learning environment, selecting materials, and planning adult-led and child-initiated learning experiences that optimize childrens development, learning, and overall well-being.

How Do I Write the CA Preschool Learning Foundations?

Copy the whole Foundation – Include Volume, strand, and sub-strand:

Vol. 3 Earth Science

• 1.0 Properties and Characteristics of Earth Materials and Objects
• 1.1 Demonstrate increased ability to investigate and compare characteristics (size, weight, shape, color, texture) of earth materials such as sand, rocks, soil, water, and air.