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Action Lesson

 

 

Short-term objective: The student will recognize/name actions in pictures.

 

 

 Definition: Actions are things that we do (usually to achieve a purpose).  Ex. clapping and blowing.

 

After defining what an action is and showing some examples of actions keep your child's attention by singing "If your happy and you know it" using any actions you want.  Have fun with it.  You can also use the video(s) provided below:

 

If you're happy and you know it song 1

If you're happy and you know it song 2

 

 

 

Next show more actions using Action/verb flashcards, these are available free to print and easily seen using a tablet or a phone: https://www.kids-pages.com/folders/flashcards/Actions%20(Verbs).htm.  These flashcards can also be cut out and used to play the memory game.

 

 

 

Ipad apps available to practice actions words include:

 

Verbs with Milo

Action Words

Action Words 3D Flash Cards

 

Finish up the lesson by reading a book to your child preferably one that includes actions.  If you don't have one on hand see the video provided- Roly Poly Egg Book By Kali Stileman.