Objective

By the end of this lesson, Gatlin will be able to identify and name various colors, understand how colors mix to create new colors, and express his creativity through color-based activities.

Materials and Prep

• No additional materials are needed for this lesson.
• Be prepared to engage with Gatlin and encourage him to explore colors around him.
• Have a colorful environment; point out colors in nature, toys, or clothing.

Activities

• Color Hunt:

  Take Gatlin on a mini adventure around the house or yard to find objects of different colors. Ask him to name each color as he finds it.

• Mixing Colors:

  Use water and food coloring or different colored items to demonstrate how colors mix. Show Gatlin how blue and yellow make green!

• Color Sorting:

  Gather various colored toys or household items and have Gatlin sort them into groups by color. This will help him recognize and categorize colors.

• Color Dance:

  Play music and have Gatlin dance around. When the music stops, call out a color, and he must find something in the room that matches that color!

Talking Points

• "Look at that red ball! Can you say 'red'?"
• "If we mix yellow and blue, what color do you think we will get?"
• "Great job sorting! Can you find something else that is green?"
• "When the music stops, let's find something purple! Can you find it?"