Objective
By the end of this lesson, the toddler will be able to identify and describe different types of trains, develop reading comprehension skills through a train-themed story, and practice fine motor skills through a train craft activity.
Materials and Prep
- Train-themed picture book
- Construction paper
- Scissors
- Glue
- Markers or crayons
- Train stickers (optional)
Before the lesson, familiarize yourself with the train-themed picture book and gather all the materials needed for the craft activity.
Activities
- Read Aloud: Start the lesson by reading a train-themed picture book to the toddler. Encourage them to pay attention to the illustrations and listen to the story.
- Craft Time: After reading the book, guide the toddler in creating a train craft using construction paper, scissors, glue, and markers or crayons. Help them cut out train shapes from the construction paper and decorate them. They can also use train stickers if available.
Toddler Grade Talking Points
- "Trains are big vehicles that run on tracks."
- "Trains have different parts, like engines, cars, and cabooses."
- "Some trains carry people, and some trains carry things like cargo or goods."
- "Trains can go fast or slow depending on how much power they have."
- "Trains make different sounds, like choo-choo or whistle."
- "Trains can travel long distances and take people or things to different places."