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Activity

Draw Your Neighborhood

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About this Activity

Teaches the children the importance of knowing what is in their neighborhood.

Skills Addressed

  • Critical Thinking
  • Fine Motor Skills
  • Sorting
  • Vocabulary

Activity Details

  • Give each caregiver & child team a blank sheet of paper and crayons.
  • Direct caregivers and children to work together to draw a picture of their house.
  • Direct caregivers to help their children remember important buildings and landmarks in their neighborhoods. Ask children: “Why is it important to know the area you live?” (Elicit: In case they get lost, to be able to return home safely, etc.)
  • Have adults help their children add their home address.

Activity Notes

  • Lesson

    Be a Neighbor
  • Prep Time: <10 Min
  • Activity Time: 5-10 Min
  • Supplies: Blank paper & crayons

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Kindergarten Gear Up is a 10-session customizable curriculum for children and their caregivers. Kindergarten Gear Up gives library staff the tools they need to present this to their communities.

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