### Lesson Plan: Poems and Rhymes
**Topic:** I Had a Little Nut Tree
**Grade:** Nursery 1
**Duration:** 30 minutes
#### Objectives:
1. **Language Development:** Enhance vocabulary, pronunciation, and listening skills.
2. **Creativity:** Encourage imagination through rhymes and storytelling.
3. **Gross & Fine Motor Skills:** Engage students in physical and hands-on activities associated with the poem.
#### Materials Needed:
- Visual aids (flashcards or pictures related to the poem)
- Toy nut tree or illustrations
- A small basket with toy fruits/nuts and small props
- Rhythmic instruments (tambourines, maracas, or small drums)
- Coloring sheets with images from the poem
#### Introduction (5 minutes):
1. **Greeting:** Welcome the students warmly.
2. **Introduction to the Poem:** Explain that today they will be learning a new poem called "I Had a Little Nut Tree."
#### Lesson Procedure (20 minutes):
##### Step 1: Recitation (5 minutes)
- **Teacher's Recitation:** Recite the poem slowly and clearly, using expressive gestures and facial expressions.
```
I had a little nut tree,
Nothing would it bear
But a silver nutmeg
And a golden pear;
The King of Spain's daughter
Came to visit me,
And all for the sake of
My little nut tree.
```
##### Step 2: Interactive Recitation (5 minutes)
- **Repeat-after-me:** Have the children repeat each line after you with hand motions.
- **Visual Aids:** Show pictures or flashcards that illustrate each part of the poem to help students understand the context.
##### Step 3: Storytelling & Discussion (5 minutes)
- **Story Creation:** Use the characters from the poem to make a simple story, inviting the children to contribute ideas.
- **Example:** "The King of Spain's daughter came to visit. What do you think she brought with her?"
- **Discussion Questions:**
- "What color is the pear mentioned in the poem?"
- "Who came to visit the little nut tree?"
##### Step 4: Physical Activities (5 minutes)
- **Nut Tree Dance:** Teach a simple dance or series of movements that go along with the rhythm of the poem.
- **Example movements:** Pretend to plant a tree, shake imaginary branches, pick a nutmeg, and bow to the King of Spain’s daughter.
- **Instruments:** Let children use small percussion instruments to tap along to the rhythm as you recite the poem again.
#### Closing Activities (5 minutes):
- **Art Activity:** Hand out coloring sheets with images from the poem for the children to color.
- **Recap & Praise:** Review the poem one last time and praise the children for their participation.
- **Goodbye Song:** Sing a short goodbye song to end the lesson on a cheerful note.
#### Assessment:
- **Observation:** Monitor students for engagement and understanding during the lesson.
- **Participation:** Note how many children could recite parts of the poem or participate in the activities.
#### Notes:
- Adapt the lesson to the students' pace and provide additional assistance to those who need it.
- Ensure a positive and encouraging environment to make learning fun.