Objective
By the end of this lesson, Daniella and Alisia will explore the themes of adventure and nature through various subjects, culminating in a creative project that reflects their learning about the holiday at Blue Dolphin in Filey.
Materials and Prep
- Paper and colored pencils or markers
- A notebook for writing
- Access to a computer or tablet for research (optional)
- Knowledge about Filey and Blue Dolphin holiday park
Activities
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Art: Create a Holiday Poster - Daniella and Alisia will design a colorful poster that showcases their dream holiday at Blue Dolphin. They can include drawings of dolphins, the beach, and fun activities they would like to do.
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English: Write a Travel Diary Entry - Each student will write a diary entry as if they are on holiday at Blue Dolphin. They can describe their day, what they see, and how they feel about their experiences.
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History: Research Filey - They will look up interesting facts about Filey, such as its history, famous landmarks, and any historical events that took place there. This can be done through books or online resources.
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Math: Budgeting for a Holiday - Daniella and Alisia will create a simple budget for their holiday. They will list potential expenses like food, activities, and souvenirs, and total them to understand how to manage money.
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Physical Education: Beach Games - They will create a mini-Olympics with fun beach games they could play at Blue Dolphin, like a sandcastle building contest or a relay race.
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Science: Marine Life Exploration - They will learn about the marine life found around Filey, such as dolphins and sea birds. They can draw pictures and write fun facts about these animals.
Talking Points
- "What do you think makes a holiday special?"
- "Can you name some animals that live in the sea?"
- "Why do you think budgeting is important when planning a trip?"
- "What activities would you like to do at the beach?"
- "How can we use art to express our feelings about a holiday?"
- "What interesting facts did you find about Filey?"
- "Why is it important to learn about marine life?"
- "How do you think a holiday can help us learn new things?"
- "What was your favorite part of today’s activities?"
- "How can we make our poster eye-catching for others to see?"