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Transition Time Art

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Lesson Plan

Transition Time Art

Reduce anxiety around transitions

This lesson plan is designed to help three-year-olds reduce anxiety around transitions by engaging them in a creative art project. By using art and manipulatives, children can express their feelings and learn to manage transitions in a fun and supportive environment. This lesson is important as it helps young children develop emotional resilience and adaptability, which are crucial skills for their overall well-being and development.

Audience

Threes

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Project-Based Learning

Materials

Large paper sheets, Crayons and markers, Assorted manipulatives (blocks, beads), and Printable transition cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Gather the children in a circle.
  • Briefly discuss what transitions are (e.g., moving from one activity to another).
  • Explain that today they will create art to help them feel better about transitions.

Step 2

Art Activity

15 minutes

  • Provide each child with a large sheet of paper and crayons/markers.
  • Encourage them to draw or color how they feel during transitions.
  • Introduce manipulatives (blocks, beads) to add to their artwork, representing different activities or feelings.

Step 3

Discussion and Sharing

5 minutes

  • Invite children to share their artwork with the group.
  • Discuss the different feelings and activities represented in their art.
  • Use printable transition cards to talk about common transitions and how to handle them.

Step 4

Closure

5 minutes

  • Recap the importance of understanding and expressing feelings during transitions.
  • Encourage children to use their artwork as a reminder of how to manage transitions.
  • Thank the children for their participation and creativity.
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Worksheet

Printable Transition Cards

These cards are designed to help children visualize and understand common transitions. They can be used during the discussion to facilitate conversation about managing transitions.




Moving from playtime to snack time







Transitioning from indoor to outdoor activities







Ending a favorite activity







Starting a new game







Cleaning up toys




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