Fastinating fish

 

Our teachers are so great at finding "teachable" moments and with sharing all their amazing stories that happen outside of school time. Ms. JoAnn must be awesome at fishing! She caught a great big fish and knew that the kids at HO4K's would love it!

First the students used all of their senses to discover and explore more about this great catch! It was slimy, smelly and really quite gross! But, they loved being able to learn more about fish!

 

 

After charting and discussing our observations, the students made fish prints! This was so much fun! The children took turns painting the fish, closely looking at the details of the body. The scales, bones, colors, etc. were all fascinating as they painted over the fish. Students took turns painting the fish, and then creating a print as they pressed their paper firmly to the body. What a cool art project and a great learning experience for the kids at HO4K'S!

 

 

Some of the Nevada preschool standards addressed in this activity:

Science Standards:

 

N.PK1.a

Observe their world.

N.PK1.b Ask questions about their world.

N.PK.3

Use tools safely to observe and explore different objects/environments.
L.PK.1 Investigate animals and their offspring.
 L.PK.2 Explore and identify a variety of animals and plants.
 L.PK.4 Use the five senses to explore and investigate the natural world.
L.PK.7 Identify and/or sort plants and animals by observable characteristics.

ART Standards
 1.PK.3 Use a variety of media, techniques, and processes in art activities that are of the child’s creation without a model.
 2.PK.4 Identify color, shape, and texture through art experiences.

4.PK.3 Create a work of art that expands on an experience, such as after a field trip or as a part of a
cultural event.

Remember you can always view the Nevada State Preschool Standards HERE! This is a great resource that provides clear direction in your little ones education.