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Winter Wonderland Sensory Exploration

Monica Sylvia

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Winter Wonderland Sensory Exploration

Experience and observe snow and ice

In this lesson, students will engage in a sensory exploration of snow and ice. They will feel the coldness of ice and observe its melting process with assistance. This lesson is designed to provide a tactile and visual experience, helping students connect with natural phenomena in a way that is accessible and engaging.

Audience

Students with Severe Cognitive and Physical Disabilities

Time

30 mins

Approach

Experience and observe snow and ice

Materials

Ice cubes, Salt, Tactile snowflake shapes, Soft towels, Plastic trays, and Winter Wonderland Sensory Cards

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

Begin with a gentle introduction to winter using tactile snowflake shapes.
Allow students to touch and feel the shapes while discussing winter.

Step 2

Sensory Activity: Feeling Ice

10 mins

Place ice cubes on soft towels for students to touch and feel the coldness.
Assist students in observing the ice closely, using tactile cues.

Step 3

Sensory Activity: Melting Ice

10 mins

Sprinkle a small amount of salt on the ice cubes.
Help students observe the melting process, using simple language and gestures.

Step 4

Closure

5 mins

Recap the sensory experiences with the Winter Wonderland Sensory Cards.
Encourage students to express their favorite part of the activity through gestures or sounds.

Worksheet

Winter Wonderland Sensory Cards

Cards with tactile and visual elements to help students reflect on their sensory experiences with snow and ice.

Feel the cold ice

Watch the ice melt

Touch the snowflake shape

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