My child is in Recption. They have a project work to learn some facts about 5 animals by drawing pictures, sticking photos,and also do some writing. Firstly, I have to make her show interest. She doesn't show any interest to watch 'Our Planet' in CBeebies.
So, how can I help her to do this project with a successful result. I really need step-by-step tips and advices on how to start this project. I'll be really grateful to you for doing this. But , remember she is 5 year old. Thank u.
2007-03-06 05:46:13 · 13 answers · asked by sunrise 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
Can I nominate my Dalmation? for one of her 5 animals?
The only trick to getting children interested is to build on something they already like - so they are connected to the idea from the first. If she liked 101 Dalmations (or any other film with animals) that is the best place to start.
I can email you a picture of mine if you like, she was one of the puppies that played 'Lucky' - the one that almost got left behind.
2007-03-06 20:56:38 · answer #1 · answered by Tertia 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your daughter what her favourite animals are (lion, dragon, unicorn...).
Then help her look up pictures on the internet (use images on search engines). Let her choose the pictures she likes (you may well not agree - warning!!!)
Her teacher will not mind if they are imaginary animals, it is the work that is important!
Your daughter could draw a habitat for the animal. You then cut out the pictures she picked on the internet and then she can stick them on the background she drew. You then write the name of the animal and she copies it (or writes over the top).
She could then decide what the animal eats. Perhaps she could also find pictures of what it eats and stick them on too.
Make it fun - make sure the kitchen table is clear as she will make a mess with the glue! And painting the background will be fun for her! Of course, you can also use things like glitter and so on.
Perhaps she could make up a story to tell when she shows the teacher what she has done.
good luck - homework gets no easier!!! (mine are 8 and 13! How I wish it was simple like this again!!!)
2007-03-06 13:58:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
My grandson is 5 and has a short attention span, especially if it isn't star wars or pirates of the Caribbean movies....so, I take him to the zoo or the pet store. He gets real interested when I read the captions about each animal and where they originated from, what they like to eat, etc.
Seeing things up front and live generates interest more especially in very young children than just talking about it or trying to see it in a book or TV. My grandson does get active at the library though and now that he has his own library card, he is a lot more interested in learning than watching movies. We have to go to the library at least once a week for him.
Try not to push your child. Sometimes just asking her why she isn't interested will help you in peaking her curiosity. Even taking your child to the park and explaining different flowers, birds, dogs, butterflies, anything that happens to be at the park the same time will peak her curiosity. Kids are very curious when it comes to the real world
2007-03-06 14:08:55 · answer #3 · answered by belen2499 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you cant get to a zoo/farm, you could print out pictures from the internet of animals that you know she is familiar with, kitten, puppy, spider,snake, elephant etc. See if she can come up with any facts. In reception she is not expected to have written much, if anything. I used to let mine have a go at writing!! and write underneath what they had wanted to write.
If she is not too keen, dont force it. do you have stencils she could use of animals? She needs to do something, and needs to be aware that homework must be done if set by the teacher. She may do very little and that is ok. It does need to be her work though and not yours.
The next topic may really grab her and she wont want to stop.
2007-03-09 12:56:48 · answer #4 · answered by worriedmum 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try asking for her help?.....Kids like to think they know it all. Try watching 'Charlots Web' or some other some other Visually stimulating movie that is animal based and ask her to set you a test. These methods work with or special needs children as they participate without even realising they are engaging in something with a goal in mind. An added incentive could be a visit to a zoo or farm if she can produce the results for you. Good luck!
2007-03-06 15:21:14 · answer #5 · answered by Rory C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the nearest Zoo. She's bound to like that. Failing that, are there any farms near you, she could play with some of the animals and begin to like them and become interested in them. After all animals do the weirdest things!!
Dogs, ducks, birds in parks.
2007-03-06 14:08:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the zoo idea is excellant - and she (or you) can take her own photos to stick in. You can ask her which animals she liked the best and write down what it says on their info boards for reference later. Then you can get her an ice cream!
2007-03-06 13:57:32 · answer #7 · answered by Cream tea 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have you got any friends with pets? this way your child can learn what they eat and where they sleep. what they feel like, how they smell. they can also get their picture taken with the animals. its completely free and means that you dont have to go too much out of your way. also menas that your child will be more aware of their own surroundings
2007-03-06 14:20:46 · answer #8 · answered by laneyb_1983 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take her to visit some animals, preferably ones that arnt likely to make her jump or feel frightened, take her to the farm or a zoo she may find interest then.
2007-03-06 13:49:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try using http://www.wykipedia.co.uk/ it's an online fact machine about all sorts of facts. This may trigger your imagination
2007-03-06 13:52:12 · answer #10 · answered by getrobbo 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋