Lesson Plan for Toddler - Civic Education - Child Environment

**Lesson Plan: Civic Education for Toddlers** **Topic: Child Environment** **Objective:** To help toddlers understand the importance of their immediate environment and how they can contribute to keeping it clean, safe, and enjoyable for everyone. --- **Duration:** 30 minutes --- **Materials Needed:** - Picture cards showing different environments (parks, playgrounds, classrooms, etc.) - Colorful storybook about caring for the environment - Simple, easy-to-hold cleaning tools (play broom, dustpan set) - Plant seeds (sunflower seeds or bean seeds) - Small pots with soil - Crayons/markers and blank paper or coloring sheets with environment-related images --- **Procedure:** 1. **Introduction (5 minutes):** - Gather toddlers in a circle. - Begin with a simple song about the environment, like "This is the way we keep our home clean". - Show picture cards of different environments and ask the children if they recognize the places. 2. **Story Time (7 minutes):** - Read a colorful, engaging storybook about children taking care of their environment (e.g., picking up litter, planting flowers). - Ask simple questions throughout the story to ensure toddlers are engaged (e.g., "What is the little girl doing here?" "Is that good for the park?"). 3. **Activity – Cleaning Game (7 minutes):** - Provide play brooms and dustpans. - Explain and demonstrate simple cleaning tasks (e.g., sweeping up paper pieces or placing “litter” in bins). - Let toddlers imitate and participate in the cleaning, emphasizing fun and teamwork. 4. **Hands-On Learning – Planting Seeds (8 minutes):** - Give each child a small pot with soil and sunflower seeds or beans. - Show them how to plant the seeds and explain how taking care of plants is part of caring for the environment. - Let each child plant their seed and place their pot in a designated sunny spot. 5. **Creative Expression – Coloring Activity (3 minutes):** - Provide blank paper or coloring sheets with environment-related images. - Allow children to color and decorate the pictures. - Display their artwork on a classroom board or wall to promote pride in their contribution to beautifying the environment. --- **Conclusion (2 minutes):** - Recap the activities: reading, cleaning, planting, and coloring. - Praise the children for their participation and effort. - End with a goodbye song, such as "Clean up, clean up, everybody everywhere." --- **Assessment and Follow-up:** - Observe toddlers' participation and engagement in activities. - Encourage parents to talk to their children at home about what they learned. - Plan a follow-up activity in a week to check on the planted seeds and discuss how to continue caring for their plants. --- **Notes:** - Ensure safety and supervision during all activities. - Adjust the lesson based on the toddlers' responsiveness and interest.