Subject/Title: OUTDOOR ACTIVITY – Treasure hunt
Materials:
Small envelopes (24 of them); in each envelop is question from different curriculum area appropriate to children’s age Treasure map
Treasure (chocolate coins)
Objectives/Learning Goals:
Direct objectives
Hunting for treasures in the garden by answering on questions from envelops and by following the map ;
Indirect objectives
Using and exploring concrete materials from different curriculum area by answering on questions from envelops
Developing imagination, concentration, inspiration, problem solving by exploring and experimenting with materials (by answering on questions and learning how to read map)
Practising their verbal skills by answering questions and describing their own work
Refining gross motor skills, balance, and co-ordination of the large muscles by carrying materials and working with tools that require larger movements
Refining fine motor skills and hand-eye co-ordination by using small-scale tools
Developing independence, confidence and positive self-esteem by expressing their ideas and knowledge
Refining their perceptions of the world through general knowledge (by answering on questions from different curriculum areas) child become more aware of their social environment
Encouraging child to relate his/hers general knowledge of to the wider environment and exploring outdoor area
Control of Eror: Dependent upon the child’s ability to recognise and answer different question from different curriculum area and by ability to read map;
Age Range: 3 upwards Adult/Child Ratio: 1:5
Date of Lesson: 21.05.2015 Time of Lesson: 10am
Anticipated Duration: 35 minutes Setting: Nursery (garden)
Pre-requisites:
Understanding cycle of activity
Know where to find materials for activity
Can use materials independently
Ability to concentrate long enough to be able