Lesson Plan: Circus Day in Early Childhood Education
Goals
1. Main objectives:
– Promote the integration and socialization of children through circus activities, stimulating creativity and imagination.
– Explore and develop children’s motor skills through circus activities such as juggling, balance and body expression.
– Present circus culture in a playful and fun way, respecting diversity and circus art.
2. Secondary objectives:
– Stimulate children’s motor coordination, balance and concentration.
– Encourage artistic expression and non-verbal communication.
– Value the importance of teamwork and cooperation in circus activities.
Introduction
– Start the class with a conversation about Circus Day, explaining a little about the history and importance of this date for Brazilian culture.
– Present images and videos of circus shows to arouse children’s curiosity and interest.
– Tell a story about the circus, highlighting the characters and elements present in this magical universe.
Development
1. Practical Activities:
– Juggling Workshop: Children will have the opportunity to try juggling with juggling balls, developing motor coordination and balance.
– Circus mini presentation: Each group of children will create a small circus performance, using elements such as clowns, acrobats and tightrope walkers.
– Circus Games: Games such as sack racing, tug of war and musical chairs will be played, inspired by the circus environment.
Return
1. Learning Check:
– At the end of the activities, there will be a conversation circle for children to share what they learned and the experiences they had during the circus activities.
2. Student feedback:
– Children will be encouraged to express what they liked most about the activities and whether they felt challenged at some point, in order to identify positive points and possible improvements.
Homework
– As homework, children will be invited to draw a circus scene, representing their favorite characters or a circus performance that they liked the most.
Conclusion
– At the conclusion of the class, the importance of respect for diversity and circus art will be reinforced, encouraging children to value teamwork and creative expression.
– It will be highlighted that the circus is an ancient art form that involves physical and emotional skills, promoting joy and entertainment for all ages.
