Toddler Lesson Plans

Alphabet Block Lesson Plans

Fall Lesson Plans

Alphabet Block Resist Art

​Activity:  ​

Alphabet Block Resist Art

Age Group:

Toddler

​* Lesson plan objective and assessment can be adapted to use this activity with preschoolers.

Objectives:

• Encourage creativity and letter recognition through a fun painting technique.

​CDA Competency Standard:

​II.6.2b

• Activities promote language development.

​b) Activities advance the development of language acquisition and writing skills

II.7.4b

• Candidate promotes individual expression and creativity

b) Facilitates child-directed and process-oriented creative experiences

Materials:

• Alphabet blocks
• Masking tape
• Watercolor paints
• Paintbrushes
• Watercolor paper

Procedure:

1. Tape the Blocks: Use masking tape to create letter shapes on the watercolor paper.
2. Paint Over the Tape: Have the children paint over the entire paper with watercolor paints.
3. Remove the Tape: Once the paint is dry, remove the masking tape to reveal the letter shapes.
4. Discuss the Letters: Talk about the letters that were revealed and their sounds.

Assessment:

• Observe and record letter recognition.
• Did the child make the letter sound?

Note:  Please provide appropriate supervision to the children in your care when completing all activities. You will need to decide what types of activities are safe for the children in your care.  Appropriate and reasonable caution should be used when providing art and sensory experiences for children.  Toddlers require special caution, only use non-toxic materials, and do not allow toddlers to put things in their mouths that are a choking hazard. ​

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Early Literacy for Infants and Toddlers

Sharing books and other reading materials with children at a young age can establish a strong foundation for later literacy skills (McLane & McNamee, 1991). When teachers read to young children early and often, the children see reading as something that is fun to do. They become familiar with the sound of language that is used in books. They learn to turn the pages of books and learn that the print in books has meaning (Rice, Burkes, & Kaplan-Sanoff). Reading to young children builds a strong foundation for later literacy skills. It is important to share books with each child, keeping in mind the child’s level of development and interest. 

While children should not be forced to listen to stories when they do not show interest, a wide variety of age-appropriate books should be available in the classroom at all times for them to explore freely. As the children grow and mature, the experiences you have provided when they were small will help to build the skills they need to eventually become lifelong readers. ​