Word World Adventure: Exploring Vocabulary Through Play
Learning Objectives:
Students will identify and use new vocabulary words in meaningful, imaginative contexts
Students will develop oral language through play-based storytelling and conversation
Students will collaborate to build themed spaces related to vocabulary categories using Superspace
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CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.K.1
English Language Arts
Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Foundationally addressed through group planning and dialogue during building and play.
ELOF: Approaches to Learning Goal P-ATL 7
Social-Emotional Development
Child shows persistence and flexibility in approaching tasks.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Children plan and build Word Worlds collaboratively, adjusting as they play.
ELOF: Language & Communication Goal P-LC 6
Language & Communication
Child understands and uses a wide variety of words.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Students are introduced to and practice using thematic vocabulary (e.g., zoo, tractor, ocean).
CASEL: Relationship Skills
Social-Emotional Development
Communicate effectively, listen actively, and work collaboratively.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Students work in small groups, share ideas, and role-play using new vocabulary.
CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.K.6
English Language Arts
Speak audibly and express thoughts, feelings, and ideas clearly.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Students practice clear speech as they narrate and give tours of their Word Worlds.
ELOF: Language & Communication Goal P-LC 1
Language & Communication
Child attends to communication and language from others.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Students engage in group discussions and respond to storytelling prompts.
ELOF: Literacy Goal P-LIT 1
Literacy
Child demonstrates awareness of the alphabet and symbols.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Students use word or picture labels in their play environments to connect print to meaning.
CASEL: Self-Expression & Social Awareness
Social-Emotional Development
Express themselves clearly and recognize others perspectives.
HOW DOES THIS LESSON ADDRESS THE STANDARD?
Role-play and tours help students express ideas and listen to others stories.
CURRICULUM STANDARDS
