Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to read and understand simple texts about robots, and identify key details in the story.

Materials and Prep

• Robot-themed books (e.g. "Robots, Robots Everywhere" by Sue Fliess, "Hello, Robots!" by Bob Staake)
• Whiteboard or large paper
• Markers or crayons

Activities

1. Introduce the topic of robots by asking the student what they already know about robots. Write their responses on the whiteboard or large paper.
2. Read a robot-themed book together. Pause at key points to ask questions and engage in discussions about the story.
3. After reading, ask the student to draw their favorite robot from the story. Encourage them to include details they remember.
4. Have the student describe their drawing and explain why they chose that particular robot.
5. Read another robot-themed book and ask the student to identify key details from the story. Write their responses on the whiteboard or large paper.
6. Discuss the key details as a group, focusing on comprehension and understanding of the story.

Kindergarten Grade Talking Points

• "Robots are machines that can do tasks or jobs. They can be big or small, and they can be helpful to people."
• "Robots can be programmed to follow instructions. People can tell robots what to do."
• "Robots have different parts like arms, legs, and sensors. These parts help them do their jobs."
• "Robots can be found in many places, like factories, hospitals, and even our homes. They can help make our lives easier."
• "When we read a book about robots, we can learn more about what they can do and how they can help us."