What do you do with all those bags you get at conferences? Here are some
"discovery bags" you can create to use in your classroom this year.
"discovery bags" you can create to use in your classroom this year.
Why? writing;science concepts; math; vocabulary; motivation
What? computerbag, old briefcase, backpack, etc.
How? Filla computer bag with some of the materials below.
ConceptBag –Put objects that are the same color, shape, beginning
sound,etc. in the bag
ThemeBags – Collect books about a particular theme. Add pencils, paper, crayons, and ask children, “What can youfind out?”
TellMe More – Put an object in the bag and give the children clues. When they guess what it is, take it outof the bag and encourage the children to describe the object. Keep saying, “Tell me more!” as theyuse more adjectives to describe the item.
WritingPortfolio – Put paper, envelopes, sticky notes, pencils, pens, coloredpencils, stickers, scissors, glue, and other writing paraphernalia in the bag.
MathKit – Add a calculator, ruler, minute timer, counters, toy money, tablet,pencil, calendar, and other math related objects to the bag.
ScienceKit – You will need an old white dress shirt (short sleeve) and safetygoggles to make a science kit. Write “scientist of the week” on the pocket. Add paper, pencils, a magnet, magnifying glass, and book ofscience experiments to the kit. One child each week gets to be “scientist of the week” and take home thebag on Monday. They choose ascience experiment and practice it at home with their parents. On Thursday, they return the kit andpresent the experiment to their classmates.
HappyBag – Fill the bag with a special book, puppet, game, flashlight, and othersmall toys. Use for emergencies tomake children happy.
ArtPortfolio – Place construction paper, markers, crayons, glue, scissors,play dough, and other art media in a bag for individual creative activities.
TakeHome Activities – Send home games, books, puzzles, and other activitieschildren can work on at home with their parents.
WOW! Take a look at what Jennifer at "kinderpond" has to share!
kinderpond.com/discoverypacks
