Developing a Thematic Unit



1. Decide on a topic.

2. Look at the objectives of your grade level to determine concepts and
    skills to be covered.

3. Gather resources.

4. Plan literacy activities using literature related to theme.

5. Plan math activites related to theme.

6. Plan center activities.
 


Topics of Interest to Young Children

Alphabet                                    Mice                                Bears
All About me                             Pets                                 Colors
Teddy Bears                              Farm                               Ocean
Transportation                           The Pond                         Frogs
Folk Tales                                  Nursery Rhymes             Apples
Pumpkins                                   Circus                              Bats
Monsters                                    Food                                Winter
Spring                                        Forest Animals                 Weather
Insects
 

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