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Pre-K Learning with Ms. Liz: Big Cat Facts- Lions, Tigers, Cheetahs & More

Completed by 36 learners
Ages 3-6
Live One-Time Class
In this one time class we'll read books like "Wild Cats", and "Lion Lessons" learn fun facts about big cats, engage in themed number and vocabulary projects and make pictures of the big cats we learn about using the included body template.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(421 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
1-5 learners per class
35 min

What's included

1 live meeting
35 mins in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade Preschool - Kindergarten
Beginner Level
In this one-time class, we will learn facts about the big cats with "Big Cats" from Socratica Science, and have fun reading stories like, "Lion Lessons" and "It's a Tiger!". 

Little learners can build great listening, observation and creative thinking skills during storytime, asking questions and using their imagination. In fact, did you know that reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits? For example, brain scans show that hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning. One 2019 study from the National Library of Medicine estimated that children who are regularly read to in the 5 years leading up to kindergarten are exposed to 1.4 million more words than children who aren’t read to during those years. 
 
We will observe the differences in the four big cats we learn about, including what they look like and where they live with Socratica Science's "Big Cats", and make predictions and observations while we read stories like "Lion Lessons", and "It's a Tiger!" We will compare big cats to domestic cats, engage in big cat themed number and vocabulary projects and make pictures of the big cats together with the included printable.

We will use the included big cat body printable and add details to each to create a lion, a tiger a leopard and a cheetah after we learn about how each big cat looks different.

Lots of opportunities for discussion and sharing which is encouraged but not required to be a part of this class!

Learning Goals

Students will listen to stories and ask and answer questions throughout the readings, practice taking turns talking, listening and sharing observations about four of the big cats.  We will also work on our fine motor and observation skills when we work together to complete  pictures of a lion, a tiger, a cheetah and a leopard.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
Because of the age of the class I recommend a grown up be within "ear-shot" to help with any technical hiccups (mic and video) that might come up.
Supply List
Please print out 4 copies of the included big cat body template. Using the information we learn in class, we will work together to add details to the templates to create a lion, a tiger a cheetah and a leopard. For example, we would add a mane to make a lion, stripes for the tiger, and spots to create a cheetah and a leopard.

** It's not mandatory that your learner participate in the activity. If they prefer to observe and create their big cats after class, that's OK too!
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
"Big Cats for Kids - Animals for Kids - Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Jaguar and more" Socratica for Kids Video Learning Channel "Lion Lessons" by John Agee "It's a Tiger!" by David LaRochelle

Meet the teacher

Joined October, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in English from University of Wisconsin- Madison
Hello Outschool Families!

My name is Liz Stone, better known as Ms. Liz, to my Preschool and Kindergarten friends.  Did you know that reading aloud to kids has clear cognitive benefits? For example, brain scans show that hearing stories strengthens the part of the brain associated with visual imagery, story comprehension, and word meaning. 

Experts from the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching and Learning also explain that reading books to kids helps expand the number and variety of words they use. Think about it: The books you read often contain words you might not otherwise use in your everyday communications.

While reading a book, you might end up using more specific names for different plants or animals or use more adjectives  altogether. And this adds up.

One 2019 study from the National Library of Medicine estimated that children who are regularly read to in the 5 years leading up to kindergarten are exposed to 1.4 million more words than children who aren’t read to during those years.

Another study found that kindergarten children who were read to at least three times a week had a “significantly greater phonemic awareness than did children who were read to less often.” 

I created The Pebble Academy, an online learning and play experience for 3-6 year olds, after I fell in love with teaching and learning with Pre-K kiddos as I watched my own kids grow-up. I'm the mom of three and an early childhood educator who wants to help make reading togther and creative learning for 3-6 year olds more accessible!  I've observed the confidence my students gain when I encourage them to participate in an online learning and play experience that is welcoming, comfortable and tailored to them.

In my 30-40 minute interactive classes, I ​will introduce your children to new ideas with activities like picture book reading, songs, show and share and themed activity pages and projects we work on together. Most of my classes include in class activities or ideas for post class at home activities and all my classes ​incorporate ideas that promote pre-reading skills, early math strategies, nature, community, family, arts and crafts, music and physical activity.

Over the past 16 years, I have worked as a teacher and Site Coordinator for Northwestern University’s Weekend Enrichment Program, I’ve taught in my community's Early Childhood Program, I’ve been a lead teacher for 3 year olds at a local early childhood center and I created The Pebble Academy! 

Incorporating fun into reading and learning is what it's all about! For me, nothing compares to sharing an “Aha!” moment with a student. I hope we have the chance to learn together soon and I look forward to meeting you in one of my classes!

**If my posted class schedules don't work for you, I'm happy to try and schedule a class that is more convenient for your learner!

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