Hello Everyone!
This week we will be starting Science! We will be learning about the life cycle of a butterfly. We will be discussing the cycles in depth throughout the week. I have several activities lined up for the students to complete. We will be reading the book The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle. On Monday, I will be explaining the life cycle of a butterfly through role play. The students will use their bodies to demonstrate what metamorphosis looks like. First, they will become an egg. I will have them sit on the floor, grasp their knees, and tuck their head under. Next, the students they will change into caterpillars by stretching out on the floor and wriggling. After that, they will stand very still and cross their arms tightly across their chest to look like the chrysalis. Finally, I will demonstrate how a butterfly gently stretches its wings and begins to flutter. I will allow the students to fly around the room as butterflies in the rain forest. Each day we will do one of these fun activities! This should be an exciting and eventful week! Email me with any questions or concerns!
Miss Pfirman
This is a great idea for your class. Role playing gives the students the oppurtunity to move around, interact with others, and learn at the same time. Most students learn better when they are doing the same thing as if they were a real butterfly.
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