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🌬️STEAM FUN: Make a Paper Pinwheel

Pinwheels are more than just a colourful toy, they’re a hands-on way to explore science, math, art, and even reading. This simple craft is a great little STEAM activity touching on various aspects of science, technology, engineering, art and math. 🌈 What You’ll Need A square piece of paper about 6x6 inches (construction paper or cardstock) Scissors A push pin/brad fastener or pipe cleaner (depending on child safety concerns) A pencil with an eraser or straw or even fort building sticks Single hole punch or sharp pencil for punching holes Glue stick or tape Ruler (optional) Markers, crayons, or stickers ✂️ Step-by-Step Instructions 1. Start with a square Trim your paper into a square (6x6 or 8x8 inches works well). 2. Decorate first Add colors, patterns, or drawing, this makes the spinning effect even more exciting. 3. Draw diagonal lines Lightly draw an “X” from corner to corner. (Think Jamaican or Scottish Flag) 4. Cut toward the center Cut along each line, stoppi...
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Sample Lesson Plan - Teaching Letter 'D'

In this lesson children will be introduced to the Letter D and the sound it makes. They will also be introduced to some words that begin with D like Dog, Duck, Dinosaur, Diamond, the verb Drink and the country Dominican Republic. Try to find or make props in advance to make it fun.


GREETINGS/MANNERS
Good Morning how are you? Song

If you like, you can begin with a story whose main character (or topic) begins with D. Two interesting D books that I've read to my kids are The Wonky Donkey and Where Do Diggers Sleep at Night. 





RESPONDING TO GREETINGS/SALUTATIONS
Hello little genius
It’s Teacher _______. How are you doing? Very good? I’m doing good too. Let’s begin!

Today we are going to be learning about a special letter. 
i. Can anyone guess what letter that is? (Give children time to guess)
This letter makes the sound Ddd.
If you guessed D you're correct

ii.  D is for Duck; D is for Dog ; D is for Dinosaur
iii. Can you find D on this chart?
iv. Can you think of other words that begin with D?

Where in the world are you from? (D)

ALPHABET/COUNTRY of the Week
Is there anyone here from the Dominican Republic?

SONGS that feature D words - Five little Ducks. Did you ever see a lassie?

LANGUAGE - READING READINESS
Sight Words - WORD OF THE WEEK - 'I'

WRITING PRACTICE
1. I am a_________ (boy/girl).
2. I drink water.
3. I like _________ (ducks/dinosaurs).

Teaching Tip: For younger learners at pre writing stage just have them practice writing 'I' more advanced learners can attempt whole sentences. Here's the Doodle pad I recommend for younger learners who can't yet grasp a pencil or crayon:



SHAPES
Shape of the day (Diamond)


Healthy Habit: Drink your water

RECAP: Can you name 3 'D' words that we learned today?

Here's an example of how this can be implemented:



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