( click the photo for an enlarged view, but don't forget to come back!)A New Spin on an Old Book during our Five Senses Study
The children really enjoy the book "Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?" It has a predictable pattern, simple pictures, and a rhythmic pace which makes it easy for children to "read" on their own. Two children have recently asked to "read" this story to the class during group circle. The pride in their eyes is indescribable as the group gives the reading child their full attention. As we transitioned into our 5 Senses Study this week, I knew Brown Bear had to be incorporated into our exploration of sight!
Book: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? Bill Martin Jr/ Eric Carle
Presentation: If this book is not already familiar to the children of your class, begin reading it. My new version of the book and the I Spy Tubes are put out at the puzzle table. I tell the children that there are "burried treasures" inside the tubes and they can use the new book to help them find it! I read the first page, "Green Frog, Green Frog, what do you see?" They instantly recognize the story and embark on their journey to find the burried treasures. Shake the tube to reveal its contents.
Supplies:
- 5-10 small items (I used small plastic animals, though this can be suited to any theme. For example, during a lesson on tools, I could add nails, screws, bolts, etc. This project works especially well for items which would typically be too small or hazardous to bring into a classroom.)
- A tube (Teacher supply stores such as Lakeshore sell these at a premium. I simply recycled a water bottle. "Voss" brand has a larger drinking opening than most others which will allow you to put larger items inside.)
-Cornflakes
-Plastic mirror
-Digital Camera
How to Assemble:
The Tube:
1. FIRST- photograph each item you intend to put in your tube. Then photograph them all together (you'll see why)
2. Put all of your items into the tube.
3. Crush up your cornflakes and fill the bottle about 2/3 full.
4. Glue the top on the bottle. Curious fingers will inevitably try to retrieve the burried treasures.
The Book:
1. If you know the original "Brown Bear" then this part should be fairly self explanatory. Depending on your level of computer skills, this can be done high or low tech. I inserted each picture into a Microsoft publisher Document and typed the words right onto the page. So, Page 1: Insert picture of frog and type "Green Frog, Green Frog what do you see?" on the top left. On the bottom right, type "I see a white horse looking at me." Then the next page, "White horse...." But as I said, this could be done low-tech. Just print out your pictures, glue them onto the page and hand write the words.
2. On the next to last page, I wrote "Children, Children, what did you see?" and glued a small plastic mirror to the page.
3. The last page of your book will have the picture of all the items together. "We saw a ...." and list each item.
4. Bind the book together in whichever manner you are accustomed to. Binder rings work well, yarn can be tied through punched holes, a small photo album makes a nice book if you plan your page sizes appropriately.
Desired Results (CA):
Measure 29: Interest in literacy- Preschoolers show interest in books, songs, rhymes, stories, writing and other literacy activities.
Measure 30: Letter and Word Knowledge- Child shows increasing awareness of letters, symbols and words in the environment.
Measure 31: Concepts of Print- Child shows an increasing understanding of the conventions and physical organizations of print material and that print carries meaning.
Measure 17: Engagement and Persistance-Child persists in understanding and mastering a self-selected activity, even if challenging or difficult.
Creative Curriculum Goals and Objectives:
Language Development:
45. Demonstrates understanding of print concepts
47. Uses emerging reading skills to make meaning from print
Cognitive Development:
22. Observes objects and events with curiosity
24. Shows persistance in approaching tasks
Curriculum Areas: Language/ Literacy
Domains of Development: Cognitive
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