Educational Project Plan: "My Environment" (Kindergarten)
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | My Environment |
| Grade | Kindergarten (Age 5-6) |
| Main Issue | Recognize objects and factors in their environment. |
| Scenario | Classroom (virtual via Zoom) |
| Methodology | Problem-Based Learning (PBL) with focus on Arts and Aesthetic Experiences |
| Valuable Concept | Properly disposing of trash (environmental responsibility) |
| Content Focus | Vocabulary: family members ("Grandpa," "Grandma," "Mom," "Dad," "Sister," "Brother"), farm animals, basic seasons, basic geometric shapes. <br> Grammar: "This is my (Brother/Mom/Grandpa)." <br> Pages: 15-22 from the textbook. <br> Activities: Songs, digital games, drawing, storytelling. <br> Special activity: Family tree (second week). |
| Class | Main Focus | Activities & Methodological moments | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Class 1 | Introduction to environment & vocabulary | - Present: Reflection on surroundings (What do you see around you?)<br>- Collect: Prior knowledge about objects and environment<br>- Formulate: Define the problem ("How can we recognize objects and factors in our environment?")<br>- Organize: Introduce vocabulary with pictures, songs, and digital games<br>- Build: Practice with matching games and drawing<br>- Verify & Analyze: Q&A, identify objects<br>- Share: Recap with a song | Book pages 15-16, pictures, song "What Do You See?", digital matching game (Kahoot or Quizizz) |
| Class 2 | Family members and their environment | - Present: Introduce family vocabulary with pictures and a story<br>- Collect: Student recalls family members<br>- Formulate: "This is my..." sentences<br>- Organize: Create a family tree activity<br>- Build: Draw and label family members<br>- Verify & Analyze: Present family trees<br>- Share: Show and tell | Family pictures, printable family tree template, song "Family Song," Zoom breakout rooms for sharing |
| Class 3 | Farm animals and seasons | - Present: Show farm animals and seasons with images<br>- Collect: Student's prior knowledge<br>- Formulate: Use sentences like "This is a cow" or "It is summer"<br>- Organize: Matching game and seasonal flashcards<br>- Build: Create a seasonal farm scene collage<br>- Verify & Analyze: Describe their scenes<br>- Share: Present collage to class | Images of animals and seasons, drawing materials, digital collage tools (e.g., Jamboard) |
| Class 4 | Geometric shapes & environment | - Present: Basic shapes and their environment<br>- Collect: Recognize shapes around<br>- Formulate: "This is a circle/square" in context<br>- Organize: Shape scavenger hunt around virtual classroom<br>- Build: Draw objects using shapes<br>- Verify & Analyze: Describe objects recognizing shapes<br>- Share: Show their drawings | Shapes flashcards, shape scavenger hunt list, drawing tools |
| Class 5 | Review & Environmental responsibility | - Present: Review all vocabulary and concepts<br>- Collect: Student's favorite learned objects<br>- Formulate: How do we keep our environment clean? ("Throw trash in the bin")<br>- Organize: Sing a cleaning/environment song<br>- Build: Create a poster about caring for environment<br>- Verify & Analyze: Discuss poster content<br>- Share: Present posters and reflect | Review game, song "Clean Up Song," digital poster templates, environmental story |
| Moments | Duration | Activities | Objectives | Adaptations for Kindergarten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Present | 10 min | Reflection on surroundings, show pictures | Stimulate curiosity, connect to prior knowledge | Use simple language, visuals, real objects, and songs |
| Collect | 10 min | Ask questions about objects and environment | Elicit prior knowledge | Use yes/no questions, gestures, and visual aids |
| Formulate | 10 min | Pose the central problem ("How can we recognize objects?") | Focus student attention on task | Use simple, concrete language, emphasize exploration |
| Organize | 10 min | Group activities: matching, drawing, storytelling | Structure collaborative exploration | Use individual and pair activities, digital tools with visual support |
| Build | 10 min | Hands-on creation: drawings, collages, family trees | Apply knowledge creatively | Use guided templates, step-by-step instructions |
| Verify & Analyze | 5 min | Sharing work, answering questions | Assess understanding | Use visual presentations, praise effort |
| Share | 5 min | Reflection, songs, and discussion | Reinforce learning, value participation | Use familiar songs, encourage expression |
This structured plan ensures an engaging, age-appropriate, and comprehensive approach to learning English through problem-solving, creativity, and reflection, aligned with modern educational principles for kindergarten students.