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Lesson Plans - By Grade Level

Back to School

While heading back to school after a great summer is not a real “holiday,” it is a great reason to celebrate. Back
to school means that kids are growing up, heading off for new adventures and learning more. Having a back to
school party is a great idea, especially for kids that are going to school for the very first time or moving to a new
school. Throw a Back to School party for your kids and show them how fun school can be.

4th of July – Independence Day

Those living in the United States celebrate the Fourth of July to mark independence from Britain. We typically
celebrate this day by sharing the day with friends and family with a good meal and by watching a fireworks
show at dark.

Found in: Holidays • July • Kindergarten • Pre-Kindergarten

Father’s Day

What Dads Do: Dads do a lot for the family. Take this time to talk to the children about what their dad does
for their family. Talk about how he works to support the family, takes the family on special vacations or
activities or how he coaches or just hang out with the kids.

Found in: Holidays • June • Kindergarten • Pre-Kindergarten

Mother’s Day

1. Thank You Mom: This is a good time to talk about how much the kids appreciate their
mothers. Discuss with the children the kinds of things that they appreciative of about their
mothers such as caring for them when they are hurt, or sad.

Found in: Holidays • Kindergarten • May • Pre-Kindergarten

Easter

The Resurrection of Jesus: Read the Easter story to the children and talk about how Jesus died for our sins.
2. Egg Science: Take this time to teach the children about eggs. Eggs are a symbol of rebirth and represent the
rebirth of Jesus. Look for easy science experiments involving eggs, such as whether or not they float. You can
also decorate eggs.
3. Cross: The cross is an important symbol of Easter. It represents crucifixion and resurrection.

Found in: April • Holidays • Kindergarten • March • Pre-Kindergarten • Religion