Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will learn about children's food allergies, the importance of inclusion practices in kindergarten, and explore different cultures and languages.
Materials and Prep
Materials needed: Paper, crayons, markers, a ball, a snack (considering food allergies), and a map of the world. Be prepared to discuss the concept of allergies and inclusion with the student.
Activities
Create a drawing of a diverse group of children sharing a snack together. Discuss how to include everyone, including those with food allergies.
Play a game of catch while saying "catch" in different languages like Spanish ("atrapar"), French ("attraper"), and Japanese ("æ•ã¾ãˆã‚‹").
Explore a world map and locate different countries. Talk about the foods popular in those countries and how they might be different due to allergies.
Talking Points
- "It's important to be kind and include everyone, even if they have food allergies."
- "Let's learn how to say 'catch' in different languages! Can you repeat after me?"
- "Did you know that people in other countries eat different foods? Let's find out more about their cultures!"