Tread water

English Language Arts

• The child learned new vocabulary related to swimming and water safety.
• They practiced following written instructions on how to tread water.
• The activity encouraged the child to communicate and listen actively when receiving feedback on their technique.
• They may have engaged in imaginative play by pretending to be in different water situations while treading water.

To further develop their English Language Arts skills related to the activity, the child can write a short story or create a comic strip about their experience treading water. They can include descriptive language to bring their story to life and practice using dialogue to show how they communicated during the activity.

Book Recommendations

• Swimmy by Leo Lionni: This story follows a small fish named Swimmy who uses his creativity and courage to save his school of fish from danger. It teaches the importance of unity and teamwork.
• The Water Princess by Susan Verde and Georgie Badiel: Based on a true story, this book tells the tale of a young girl named Gie Gie who must fetch water from a well every day. It highlights the importance of clean water and the determination to overcome challenges.
• Float by Daniel Miyares: This wordless picture book follows a young boy who creates a paper boat and goes on an adventurous journey after a rainy day. It encourages imagination and problem-solving.