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In the Box, Out of the Box

In, Out, Up, Down

Day 66of 180
Week 14of 36
15Minutes
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🎯 What You'll Learn

Learning Objectives

1

Understand the concept of 'in' and 'out'

2

Practice spatial positioning of objects

3

Develop fine motor skills through play

📖 Scripture Connection

Psalm 139:8

“If I ascend up into heaven, you are there. If I make my bed in Sheol, behold, you are there!”

— Psalm 139:8 (WEB)

Demonstrates God's presence everywhere, just like we can move things in and out of containers

📦 Materials Needed

  • Small cardboard box
  • Assorted soft toys
  • BibleMouse position picture cards
📚 Step-by-Step

Lesson Plan

1Opening (3 min)

Gather your little one and show them the box. Say, 'Today in our BibleMouse lesson, we're going to play with in and out!'

💭 Review Question: Can you remember what we did with two stickers yesterday?
2Teaching (5 min)

Introduce position words with gentle guidance and demonstration

📌 Key Talking Points:
  • Look how I can put the toy IN the box
  • Now I'll take the toy OUT of the box
  • Can you help me put something IN?
💬 Discussion Questions:
  • Where is the toy now?
  • Is the toy inside or outside?
3Activity: In and Out Treasure Hunt (6 min)
hands-on play

Playful exploration of putting toys in and out of containers

📝 Instructions:
  1. Gather soft toys
  2. Show child how to put toys IN the box
  3. Encourage child to take toys OUT
  4. Praise each attempt at moving toys
🔄 Variations:

Simpler: Parent guides child's hand

Challenge: Child sorts toys by type while moving in/out

4Closing (3 min)

Recap the lesson with gentle repetition

📝 Review Questions:
  • Where did we put the toys?
  • Can you show me 'in'?

Coming up: Tomorrow we'll reach UP high and bend DOWN low!

👨‍👩‍👧 For Parents

Teaching Notes

📚 Background:

PK3 children are learning spatial concepts through play

💡 Teaching Tips:
  • Use slow, clear movements
  • Repeat instructions multiple times
  • Celebrate every attempt
🤔 Common Struggles:

Difficulty distinguishing 'in' from 'out'

👀 Signs of Understanding:

Child attempting to move objects independently

🚀 Want More?

Extension Activities

  • Use BibleMouse position picture cards for additional practice
  • Sing a simple song about in and out during playtime

Ready for Tomorrow?

Great job completing today's lesson!

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