Parent Guide: Introduction to Building with KEVA Planks
Grade: Kindergarten
Topic: Building and Problem-solving with Simple Ball Runs
Overview
In this lesson, your child is learning about building and problem-solving by creating ball run courses using KEVA Planks. They are exploring how gravity affects motion and are encouraged to experiment with building different structures. The lesson integrates faith by teaching stewardship, reflecting on how we care for the materials we use and God’s creation.
What We Learned
- Building Structures: Your child practiced building ball run structures and learned how to make objects move using gravity.
- Creativity: They were encouraged to experiment with different ways of building and problem-solving.
- Stewardship: The lesson included a discussion on taking care of the materials and resources God has given us.
How You Can Support Learning at Home
- Build Together: Use blocks, books, or other household items to build structures together. Let your child explain how gravity affects the movement of objects.
- Ask Questions: Encourage your child to think about how different angles or materials change the way the ball moves. Ask them how they made their ball run in class.
- Reflect on Stewardship: Talk about how we take care of the things we use, like toys, and how that connects to caring for God’s creation.
Connection to Faith
This lesson helped your child learn about stewardship and how being careful with the materials they use in class reflects our responsibility to care for God’s world. They also learned about creativity and how their building activity reflects God’s own creativity in designing the world.
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