Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to read and understand a story about being a boy, and discuss your own thoughts and feelings on the topic.
Materials and Prep
- A storybook about being a boy
- Paper and crayons
- Comfortable reading area
Activities
- Read the storybook together: Sit in your comfortable reading area and read the storybook about being a boy. Pay attention to the characters, the setting, and the emotions they experience.
- Discuss the story: After reading, talk about what you liked or didn't like about the story. Did you relate to any of the characters or situations? How did the story make you feel?
- Create your own story: Use the paper and crayons to draw and write your own story about being a boy. You can make up characters and adventures that you would like to experience. Share your story with someone else if you'd like.
Transitional-Kindergarten Grade Talking Points
- "Being a boy means you are a male. Boys and girls can do many of the same things, but sometimes they have different interests or ways of doing things."
- "In the story we read, we saw a boy who had fun playing sports with his friends. Some boys really enjoy being active and playing sports, while others may prefer different activities."
- "Boys can have different feelings, just like girls. It's important to understand and express our emotions, whether we feel happy, sad, excited, or angry."
- "Being a boy is a part of who you are, but it doesn't define everything about you. You have many other interests and qualities that make you unique."
- "It's important to respect and accept others, whether they are boys or girls. We should celebrate our differences and treat everyone with kindness and fairness."