Educational Project Plan: "Pets"
Academic Grade: 2nd Grade (Primary)
Main Issue/Problem: Exploring the natural and cultural environment through children's curiosity about pets and their relationships with other living beings.
Focus: Analyzing ways of interacting, caring, and showing affection toward pets and other animals.
Duration: 3 classes (60 minutes each) via Zoom
Classroom Setting: Virtual classroom with 2 students
Language Goals: Vocabulary ("Baby, boy, cat, dog, fish, frog, girl, man, mouse, woman")
Grammar Goals: "It's (beautiful)", "Is it (small/big)?"
Values: Be helpful
Content: Pages 20-29 of the book, digital tools (YouTube videos, songs, virtual games like Wordwall)
Axes: Critical thinking and healthy living
Methodology: Problem-Based Learning (PBL)
Table 1: PBL Phases and Activities
| Phase | Time | Activities | Description & Adaptation for 2nd Grade |
|---|
| Present | 10 min | Question Reflection: "What do you know about pets?" | Show a short video introducing different pets. Ask students to share their thoughts. Use simple language and pictures. Use visual aids to stimulate curiosity. |
| Collect | 10 min | Prior Knowledge Sharing: Students share what animals they already know or have at home. | Use a digital "brainstorm" on a shared slide or chat. Encourage simple sentences. Use pictures for support. |
| Formulate | 10 min | Define the Problem: "How can we learn more about pets and how to care for them?" | Guide students to state what they want to discover about pets. Use guiding questions like: "What do pets need?" or "How do we show we care?" Simplify language and use illustrations. |
| Organize | 10 min | Group Planning: Students plan activities like watching videos, playing games, and practicing vocabulary. | Since only 2 students, plan collaborative tasks: e.g., matching games, vocabulary practice, drawing. Use digital tools (Wordwall, videos). Assign roles if needed. |
| Build | 10 min | Execute Strategies: Students watch videos, sing songs, and complete online games about pet vocabulary and questions. | Use YouTube videos about pets, sing simple songs ("Pets are fun!"), and play Wordwall matching games. Keep instructions simple and interactive. |
| Verify & Analyze | 5 min | Reflection: Students discuss what they learned. Use questions: "What new words did you learn?" "Can you describe your favorite pet?" | Use visual prompts, encourage short sentences, and provide positive feedback. Use pictures for support. |
| Share | 5 min | Present & Assess: Students show drawings or talk about their favorite pet, using new vocabulary and grammar. | Encourage verbal presentation and use of target language. Use simple assessment rubrics focusing on vocabulary use and participation. |
Table 2: Detailed Activities per Class
| Class | Objectives | Activities | Resources & Tools | Notes |
|---|
| Class 1 | Introduce pets vocabulary, explore prior knowledge, build curiosity | - Show a colorful video about pets (YouTube). <br> - Brainstorm animals students know. <br> - Introduce vocabulary with flashcards/images. | YouTube video, flashcards, shared digital whiteboard | Focus on understanding "What is a pet?" |
| Class 2 | Practice asking and answering questions, learn grammar, relate to caring | - Sing a song about pets ("I Love My Pet"). <br> - Virtual matching game (Wordwall) with vocabulary. <br> - Practice sentences: "It's a (big/small) (cat/dog)." | YouTube song, Wordwall games, printable/virtual flashcards | Emphasize "Is it (small/big)?" and "It's (beautiful)." |
| Class 3 | Apply knowledge, express opinions, develop critical thinking | - Share drawings of their favorite pet. <br> - Role-play: asking and answering about pets. <br> - Virtual quiz on pages 20-29. | Digital drawing tools, quiz platforms, pages 20-29 | Connect to healthy living: caring for pets. |
Table 3: Articulating Axes and Critical Thinking
| Axis | Activities | Learning Outcomes | Adaptation for 2nd Grade |
|---|
| Critical Thinking | - Discuss differences between small/big pets. <br> - Analyze what pets need to be happy. | Students compare animals and their needs. | Use visual comparisons and guided questions. |
| Healthy Living | - Talk about caring for pets (feeding, cleaning). <br> - Share personal experiences with pets or caring for plants. | Recognize the importance of responsibility and kindness. | Use stories and simple actions (feeding a pet picture). |
Additional Notes
Assessment: Continuous formative assessment through participation, drawings, and verbal responses.
Differentiation: Use visuals, gestures, and simplified language tailored for 2nd graders. Provide additional support via images and repetitive activities.
Digital Tools: YouTube videos, Wordwall games, shared slides, digital whiteboards, online quizzes.
Values: Emphasize being helpful and caring through activities, discussions, and role-plays.
This project leverages Problem-Based Learning to stimulate curiosity, promote active participation, and develop language skills, all aligned with fostering critical thinking and healthy living in young learners.