Objective

By the end of this lesson, Rohan will explore the basics of civilizations and cultures in a fun and engaging way, using imaginative play inspired by the game Civilization 6.

Materials and Prep

• No specific materials are needed for this lesson.
• Prepare a comfortable play area where Rohan can freely explore and engage in activities.
• Be ready to incorporate imaginative storytelling and role-play elements related to different civilizations.

Activities

• Imaginary World Building:

  Encourage Rohan to create his own imaginary civilization. Ask him questions like, "What does your city look like?" and "What kind of people live there?"

• Character Role Play:

  Act out different roles within a civilization, such as a leader, a builder, or a farmer. Use simple props or toys to represent different characters and encourage Rohan to express how they might feel and what they might do.

• Colorful Flags:

  Help Rohan create colorful flags for his imaginary civilization using colored paper or fabric. Discuss the importance of flags in representing different cultures.

• Story Time:

  Read a simple story or create a short tale about a civilization. Use expressive voices and gestures to make it engaging for Rohan.

Talking Points

• "What do you think your city will look like? Can you tell me about it?"
• "If you were a leader, what would you say to your people?"
• "Look at this flag! What colors do you want on your flag?"
• "Let’s pretend we are building a big castle! What do we need to build it?"
• "Every civilization has a story. What story do you want to tell today?"