Objective
By the end of this lesson, you will be able to build creative structures using Lego and understand the importance of following instructions.
Materials and Prep
- Lego bricks
- Building instructions (optional)
No prior knowledge or preparation is required for this lesson.
Activities
- Free Build: Encourage the student to use their imagination and build whatever they like with the Lego bricks. They can create houses, vehicles, animals, or anything else that comes to mind.
- Follow Instructions: Provide the student with a Lego set that includes building instructions. Guide them through the process of following the step-by-step instructions to build a specific model.
- Challenge Build: Give the student a specific challenge, such as building the tallest tower or the longest bridge, using the Lego bricks. Let them experiment and come up with creative solutions.
- Storytelling: Ask the student to build a scene or characters from their favorite story using Lego bricks. Encourage them to create a story around their creation and share it with you.
Talking Points
- "Lego is a fun and versatile toy that allows us to build and create different things."
- "When we follow instructions, it helps us understand how things are put together and how to make them work."
- "Using our imagination, we can build anything we want with Lego. There are no limits to what we can create."
- "Sometimes challenges can be fun. They help us think creatively and find solutions to problems."
- "Lego can also be used to tell stories. We can build scenes and characters from our favorite books or movies and create our own adventures."
- "It's important to take care of our Lego bricks and keep them organized so we can easily find the pieces we need."
- "Remember, there are no right or wrong ways to build with Lego. It's all about having fun and expressing our creativity."