Cross-curricular Themes
Early childhood themes is a three blackline master series with each book featuring a thematic approach to learning. The books offer both teacher-directed and child-directed cross-curricular, hands-on activities designed to stimulate curiosity, exploration and imagination.
Features:
- Four thematic units covering a selection of topics appropriate to the age group
- Each thematic unit consists of: – concepts and vocabulary covered in the theme; – letter templates for parent communication; – learning centre ideas; – a list of recommended reading related to each theme; – discussion points to promote discussion on each theme prior to activities; – a variety of cross-curricular activities in the areas of maths, sensory activities, motor skills, alphabetactivities, art and cooking; – fingerplays and felt board activities with accompanying songs and movements; and – a selection of time-saving blackline masters for each theme.
- Each cross-curricular activity includes a list of materials needed and detailed directions
- Theme-based approach allows teachers to choose activities that best suit their class’s needs
- Themes can be used with the whole class, a small group, individually or in a classroom learning centre
Book 1 – Nursery Rhymes, Family, Animals and All About Me. Book 2 – Dinosaurs, Autumn, Community Helpers and Five Senses. Book 3 – Insects, Shapes and Colours, Friends and Transport.