Today we explored the animal kingdom. The main focus of this lesson was to discuss the different shapes animals come in and why they are different colors. First we created a list of shapes. We included square, circle, and triangle. We then discussed different parts of animals that come in those shapes. For example many birds have beaks shaped like a triangle. Next we discussed the various prints and colors animals are. We went over the definition camouflage and protection to enrich the children's understanding. I explained that some birds and frogs are brightly colored to warn other animals that are trying to eat them that they are poisonous. We also explained why animals have stripes, spots, and textured skin. I told them in order to hide from other animals, or to create a camouflage, animals have skin/fur that blends in with the environment. For example a toad has lumpy greenish brown skin to blend in with the mud and swamp around it. To finish the lecture I prepared a power point containing pictures of different animals. We discussed the shapes and color of each animal, then elaborated on why these animals are the way they are. It was a great lesson that the kids enjoyed participating in.
Sincerely,
Kristin Gammell
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