Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to identify and describe different aspects of fairy tales, such as fairies, magical creatures, and enchanted settings.

Materials and Prep

• Paper and crayons
• A selection of fairy tale books
• A fairy-themed coloring sheet (optional)

Activities

1. Introduction: Begin by asking the student what they know about fairies. Have a short discussion about fairies and their characteristics.
2. Fairy Tale Reading: Read aloud a fairy tale book of your choice, focusing on the fairy characters and the magical elements in the story. Encourage the student to ask questions and make observations about the fairies they encounter.
3. Fairy Drawing: Provide the student with paper and crayons. Ask them to draw their own fairy, using their imagination. Encourage them to include details such as wings, a magical wand, and any other elements they associate with fairies.
4. Fairy Tale Exploration: Allow the student to explore different fairy tale books. Encourage them to flip through the pages, look at the illustrations, and discuss what they see. Ask them to point out any fairies they find and describe what they think the fairies might be doing in the story.
5. Optional Coloring Activity: If available, provide the student with a fairy-themed coloring sheet. Allow them to color the sheet while discussing the different parts of the fairy they are coloring.

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Fairies are magical creatures that we often find in fairy tales."
• "They usually have wings and can fly."
• "Fairies are known for their kind and helpful nature."
• "Sometimes, fairies have magical wands that they use to grant wishes or perform spells."
• "Fairy tales often take place in enchanted settings, like enchanted forests or castles."
• "Fairies can have different powers, such as the ability to make things grow or the power to make objects disappear."
• "In fairy tales, fairies often help the main characters and bring magic into their lives."