1. Hook: The Magical Map

• Educator says: "Good morning, H! Today, we are not just doing a lesson. We are going on a special adventure! It’s a sneak peek journey into the amazing world of Grade Two. To find our way, we need a map."
• On the large piece of paper, draw a simple, winding path with a "Start" and "Finish." Along the path, draw four empty islands or lands with question marks on them.
• Educator says: "This is our map! Each of these mystery lands is a place we will visit in Grade Two. As we visit each one, we'll discover what it is and add its name to our map. Are you ready to be an explorer?"

2. Setting the Tone: Opening Verse

• Educator says: "Every good journey begins with a morning wish. Let's say our verse together to get our minds and bodies ready."
• (Stand and say a simple verse together, for example):
  The sun with loving light,
  Makes bright for me each day,
  My heart with spirit-might,
  Guides me on my way.

Activity 1: The Land of Fables (I do, We do) - (10 mins)

• Transition: "Our first stop on the map is the Land of Fables. Fables are special stories where animals talk and teach us important lessons about being a good person."
• I do (Storytelling): Tell the fable of "The Lion and the Mouse" using an engaging, storytelling voice. (A mighty lion was sleeping when a tiny mouse ran across his nose. The lion woke up and trapped the mouse with his huge paw. The mouse squeaked, "Please let me go! One day I will help you!" The lion laughed at the idea but let the mouse go. Later, the lion was caught in a hunter's net. He roared for help. The little mouse heard him, ran to the net, and chewed the ropes with his sharp teeth until the lion was free.)
• We do (Discussion): "What a great story! What do you think the lion learned from the tiny mouse?" (Guide H to the idea that even small friends can be great friends, and that kindness is never wasted). "In Grade Two, we will hear many stories like this that help our hearts grow."
• Update the Map: Let H write or draw "Story Land" on the first island on your map.

Activity 2: The Land of Rhythmic Numbers (We do, You do) - (10 mins)

• Transition: "Let's travel on our map to the next mystery land! This land is full of patterns and rhythms. It’s Number Land!"
• We do (Rhythmic Counting): "In the story, there was one lion and one mouse. Together, that makes two animals! Two is a very special number in Grade Two. We learn to count in twos! Let's try it with our bodies."
• Lead H in a simple rhythmic counting game:
  • Clap on the odd numbers, stomp on the even numbers: (clap) 1, (stomp) 2, (clap) 3, (stomp) 4... up to 20.
  • Then, try just saying and stomping the "twos": 2, 4, 6, 8, 10...
• You do (Practice): "Now you try! Can you stomp and count by twos all the way to 10 by yourself?"
• Update the Map: H can write or draw "Number Land" on the second island.

Activity 3: The Land of Nature's Wonders (I do, You do) - (5-10 mins)

• Transition: "Our journey continues to a very quiet and beautiful place... the Land of Nature's Wonders. In Grade Two, we look very closely at the world around us."
• I do (Demonstration): Take the small stone and gently place it in the bowl of water. "Watch what happens. See the ripples? See how the water changes around the stone? We learn by watching quietly."
• You do (Observation): Give H the leaf, flower, or twig you found. "Now it's your turn to be a nature detective. Hold this leaf. How does it feel? Is it smooth or bumpy? What do the lines look like? Let's take a moment to draw exactly what we see."
• Provide paper and crayons for H to draw the nature object, encouraging close observation.
• Update the Map: H can add "Nature Land" to the third island.

Activity 4: The Land of Dancing Lines (I do, We do, You do) - (5-10 mins)

• Transition: "We have one last stop on our journey! This is a land where our hands learn to dance and create beautiful shapes. Welcome to the Land of Drawing!"
• I do (Modeling): "In Grade Two, we learn to make special drawings called Form Drawings. Many have symmetry, which means they are the same on both sides, like a butterfly. Watch me draw one in the air." Use your finger to draw a simple, symmetrical butterfly or looping shape in the air.
• We do (Practice): "Now, let's do it together! Get your drawing finger ready. Let's draw it in the air... now on the table... now on your palm."
• You do (Creating): "Your hand is ready! Now you can make the shape dance onto the paper with your crayon. Try to make both sides look like twins."
• Provide a new sheet of paper and crayons. Let H practice the form. It doesn't need to be perfect. The focus is on the flowing movement.
• Update the Map: Add "Drawing Land" to the final island.

1. Recap and Reflection

• Educator says: "Wow, H, what an incredible journey! Look at our map. We traveled to Story Land and learned about kindness. We visited Number Land and stomped our times tables. We explored Nature Land with our eyes and hands, and we made our crayons dance in Drawing Land."
• Ask: "Which land was your favorite to visit on our journey today? What are you most excited to explore more in Grade Two?"

2. Summative Assessment

• Educator says: "To remember our adventure, I'd love for you to draw a picture of your favorite part of our trip. You can tell me about your drawing when you're done."
• (H's drawing and explanation serve as a simple assessment of engagement and comprehension).

3. Closing Verse

• Educator says: "Our journey is over for today. Let's end with a quiet thought." (Ring the chime if you have one).
• Say a simple closing verse, for example:
  All my work is done,
  Now it's time for fun.
  Goodbye for today,
  Come again to play.