Learning Outcome:
To help children understand the concept of dressing appropriately for different weather conditions through interactive and sensory play.
Introduction: The children sit in a circle and I will introduce the topic by showing them the weather chart. Discuss different types of weather and ask questions like, “What do we wear when it’s sunny?” or “What do we need when it’s raining?”
Story Time: I will read a short, engaging storybook about dressing for different weather conditions, such as “Froggy Gets Dressed” by Jonathan London. After reading, I will discuss the story and the different clothing items Froggy wore for each type of weather.
Interactive Weather Chart: I will show the children the weather chart again. I will explain that they will help dress dolls or stuffed animals for different weather conditions. I will present each weather card and ask the children to choose appropriate clothing items for that weather. The children will attach the clothing cut-outs to the weather cards using Velcro.
Dress-Up Activity: I will set up a dress-up area with a variety of clothing items. The children choose clothes to dress themselves, dolls, or stuffed animals according to different weather conditions.
I will encourage them to think about why each piece of clothing is suitable for the weather (e.g., “Why do we wear a raincoat when it’s raining?”).
Role-Playing: The children can role-play different weather scenarios. One child can hold up a weather card, and others can dress appropriately and act out activities for that weather (e.g., playing in the snow, jumping in puddles).
Conclusion: The children sit back in a circle and review what they learned. I will ask them to share their favourite outfit and why they chose it. I will recap the importance of dressing appropriately for different weather conditions and how it helps us stay comfortable and safe