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Apple Cinnamon Oobleck

Lesson Plan:

​Activity:
Apple Cinnamon Oobleck
Lesson plan developed by Ms. Erika Geelhoed, BA Ed
Age Group:
Preschool
* Lesson plan objective and assessment can be adapted to use this activity with school-age children.
Objectives:  
Children will:
  • explore their sense of smell to identify objects.
  • develop their sense of touch to describe new textures.
Apple Cinnamon Oobleck
Apple Cinnamon Oobleck
CDA Competency Standard:   
II.4.3a
  • Activities and materials encourage children to develop their senses
    • ​​​a) Sight, sound, smell, taste and touch experiences are encouraged through  a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and activities
Materials: 
  • cinnamon
  • cornstarch
  • water
  • red food coloring
  • large plastic tub
  • Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss
Procedure: 
  • Prepare for activity by creating the Oobleck.
  • Mix equal parts cornstarch and water in a plastic tub.
  • Add in a few drops of the red food coloring and a small amount of cinnamon.
  • Begin lesson by reading Bartholomew and the Oobleck with the children.
  • Stop and predict and summarize with the children from time to time to practice reading skills.
  • When finished, present the Apple Cinnamon Oobleck to the children.
  • While they are playing, talk with them about what they are experiencing.
  • Ask them to describe the scents and textures of the Oobleck.
  • You can prompt them with questions like:
    • What other things smell like this? 
    • Have you ever felt anything like this before? Tell me about it.
    • What does this smell remind you of?
Assessment: 
  • Observe and record the children’s reaction to the Oobleck. Be sure to record any ideas or thoughts they had with you or other children about the activity. 
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