The fifth week of SMART START’S summer enrichment program was “Oceans of Fun!”
Come join our young learners as they explore š” under the sea š
Underwater adventures began with an assortment of themed activities: fishing, puzzles, coloring and more!
Classmates selected a sea creature to decorate using a variety of materials. The starfish, seahorses and fish dazzled on display!
Student scuba divers ventured to the “ocean” to discover what lies below. Sharks, whales, crabs, dolphins, sting rays and squids were among the animals brought to life by imaginative minds.
The class circled together for an interactive read aloud. Hand and finger puppets were incorporated throughout the story.
Oceanographers constructed their very own cookie to resemble the deep blue sea. Frosting and gummy sea creatures were used. Delicious!
Friends had fun enhancing their cognitive skills by playing “Pin the Clownfish in the Coral Reef” and “Memory Match.”
Peers looked at related books in small groups. Reading in nature is a wonderful way to start the day!
The classic children’s book, “Rainbow Fish” was read during circle time. A puppet was utilized to reinforce the message of the story.
Afterwards, the group sat in a circle and passed the puppet around while “Under the Sea” played. When the music stopped, the person holding the puppet shared something kind about one of their classmates.
An ocean unit would not be complete without discussing the magic of mermaids! All took turns holding their favorite sea creature and showcasing our pretend play costume.
Thank you for reading!
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