Lesson Plan to introduce the Rhyme to Introduce the "Seven Big Cats"

Objective

To introduce kindergarten students to the concept of wildlife conservation and the "Seven Big Cats" through an engaging nursery rhyme, fostering a love for nature and wildlife preservation.

Materials Needed

Visual aids (pictures or drawings) of the seven big cats (Leopard, Lion, Tiger, Puma, Jaguar, Cheetah, Snow Leopard)

Nursery rhyme lyrics printed on large cards or displayed on a screen

Props or puppets representing each big cat (optional)

Finger puppets or cutouts representing the number seven

Duration: 30-45 minutes

Lesson Outline:

1. Introduction (5 minutes)

Greet the students and gather them in a circle.

Begin by discussing the importance of nature and wildlife, emphasizing the need to care for and protect animals.

Introduce the concept of the "Seven Big Cats" and explain that today, they will learn about these magnificent creatures through a fun nursery rhyme.

2. Warm-up Activity (5 minutes)

Engage the students in a counting activity using their fingers. Count from one to seven together, encouraging the students to hold up the corresponding number of fingers for each count.

3. Lesson Introduction Story (10 minutes)

Once upon a time, in a cozy little town, there lived a sweet little girl named Ammu and her loving mother, Leela. Ammu was a curious and adventurous child who loved to explore new places with her mom.

One sunny morning, Leela decided to take Ammu to the zoo for a special outing. Ammu was overjoyed at the thought of seeing all the amazing animals at the zoo. As they walked through the zoo, Ammu's eyes sparkled with excitement as she saw elephants, monkeys, and colorful birds.

But then, something caught Ammu's attention—a small, furry creature that looked just like a cat! Ammu's heart fluttered with excitement, and she tugged on her mother's hand, begging to go closer and see the cute little cub.

"Mommy, look! It's a cat! Can we take it home, please?" Ammu pleaded, her eyes gleaming with hope.

Leela smiled affectionately at her daughter's enthusiasm but gently explained, "Oh, my dear Ammu, that's not a cat. It's a baby tiger, called a cub. Tigers are big cats, and they live in the forests, not in our home."

Ammu's face fell as she listened to her mother's words. She had hoped to take the adorable cub home and play with it like a pet. Leela knelt down and hugged Ammu, comforting her.

"Listen, sweetheart," Leela began, "just like how we have small cats as pets, there are big cats like tigers, lions, and leopards that live in the wild. They need lots of space and special care, so we can't keep them as pets."

Ammu nodded, understanding her mother's words. She realized that while small cats could live happily with humans, big cats belonged in their natural habitats, where they could roam free and be themselves.

As they continued their walk through the zoo, Ammu admired the majestic tigers from a distance, knowing that they were meant to be wild and free. And as the sun began to set, Ammu and Leela returned home, their hearts full of love and memories of their special day at the zoo.

And so, dear children, remember to cherish and respect all animals, big and small, and to appreciate them in their natural habitats where they belong. 🌿🐾

4. Nursery Rhyme Presentation (15 minutes)

Display the nursery rhyme lyrics on large cards or a screen where all students can see.

Read or sing the nursery rhyme aloud, emphasizing the names of each big cat as you go along.

Use visual aids such as pictures or drawings of the seven big cats to help students associate each name with its corresponding animal.

Encourage active participation by asking students to repeat each line of the rhyme after you.

5. Discussion and Exploration (10 minutes)

After singing the nursery rhyme, facilitate a discussion about the seven big cats.

Show the visual aids again and ask students questions such as:

"Can anyone tell me which animal this is?" (pointing to each big cat)

"What do you think these big cats like to do in the wild?"

"Why is it important to protect these animals?"

Encourage students to share their thoughts and ideas, fostering curiosity and empathy towards wildlife.

6. Creative Activity (10 minutes)

Divide the students into small groups and provide them with props or puppets representing each big cat.

Students can be given coloring sheets of the seven big cats and encourage them color it and take home to show their parents and narrate what they learnt from class. Encourage the students to use their imagination to act out scenes of the big cats in their natural habitats.

As they play, guide the students to incorporate elements of conservation and care for the animals into their pretend play.

In the forest, tall and green,

Where nature's wonders can be seen,

Let's learn to be kind, little one,

To animals and creatures big and small.

In the forest, the seven big cats

Do you know them who they are?

Cheetah, lion, Tiger, Jaguar, Puma & leopards With spots & roar

Let's protect & care them all.

Let's sing a song, dance and play,

In the forest, let's brighten the day.

With a gentle touch and a loving heart,

To keep the forest healthy and Live.

7. Conclusion (5 minutes)

Gather the students back together and recap what they have learned about the seven big cats.

Reinforce the importance of protecting wildlife and encourage the students to share their newfound knowledge with their families.

Thank the students for their participation and enthusiasm.

Extension Activity (Optional):

Encourage students to create their own drawings or crafts depicting the seven big cats and their habitats.

Plan a visit to a local zoo or wildlife sanctuary to see real-life examples of the big cats in person, further reinforcing their learning and connection to nature.

By incorporating interactive activities and discussions into the lesson plan, kindergarten teachers can effectively introduce the concept of the "Seven Big Cats" and instill a love for nature and wildlife preservation in their students from an early age.

Lesson Plan

Introducing the Seven Big Cats Nursery Rhyme