June?! Already?! It’s hard to believe we’re concluding a year’s worth (10 months) of curriculum this month.
This month’s preschool / kindergarten calendar is going to focus on The Night Sky, Father’s Day, Farm Life, and Beach Fun!
As a reminder, the Father’s Day craft activities can also be done for the uncles, grandpas, and other special men in your child’s life.
Are you excited yet?! I know I am! Here’s what’s planned for June!
Four weeks of fun, educational activities! Get your #FREE June #homeschool calendar! Share on X
FOCUS POINTS
THEME FOR THE MONTH: Summer is almost here!
INVESTIGATE: The Night Sky, Father’s Day, Farm Life, Beach Fun
NUMBERS: 19, 20
LETTERS: Y, Z
COLOURS: Brown
CELEBRATIONS: Father’s Day
JUNE CALENDAR
WEEK 1
MONDAY
- Read: Goodnight Moon
- Practice writing the number 19
- Watch and do the “Y” video on Starfall (need a computer with flash and a mouse for the free version)
TUESDAY
- Make brown playdough together
- Provide “Y” playdough placemat and make a “Y” shape (download is in the Subscriber Library)
- Watch this time lapse video of the Milky Way
WEDNESDAY
- Read: How to Catch a Star
- Go for a nature walk to gather sticks and twigs
- Make these star twig ornaments
THURSDAY
- Use chalk pastels to draw a night sky on black or dark blue paper
- Field trip to buy ingredients for our recipe
- Make these carrot stars
FRIDAY
- Read: When Dad Showed Me the Universe
- Sing and do actions to: Zoom! Zoom! Zoom!
- Create this moon masterpiece
WEEK 2
MONDAY
- Read: Knuffle Bunny
- Practice writing the number 19
- Make these Father’s Day Notepad Holders
TUESDAY
- Set up a card making table (make Father’s Day cards)
- Make brown playdough together
- Provide playdough placemats and make letter shapes (downloads are in the Subscriber Library)
WEDNESDAY
- Read: I Love My Daddy
- Sing along to the song: I Love My Daddy
- Write the letter “Y” and add it to our alphabet book
THURSDAY
- Fill out these Father’s Day Printable Interviews
- Go for a nature walk
FRIDAY
- Read: Daddy Hug
- Go on a field trip to buy ingredients for our snack
- Make this Watermelon Cake recipe
WEEK 3
MONDAY
- Read: This is the Farmer
- Practice writing the number 20
- Draw a picture of your favourite farm animal
TUESDAY
- Watch and do the “Z” video on Starfall (need a computer with flash and a mouse for the free version)
- Make brown playdough together
- Provide “Z” playdough placemat and make an “Z” shape (download is in the Subscriber Library)
WEDNESDAY
- Read: Farming
- Sing: Old MacDonald Had a Farm
- Watch: KidVision Visit to the Farm
THURSDAY
- Read: The Red Hen
- Field trip to buy ingredients for our cake
- Make The Red Hen’s Simply Splendid Cake (recipe at the back of the book)
FRIDAY
- Read: The Big Red Barn
- Paint a picture of a big red barn
WEEK 4
MONDAY
- Read: One White Wishing Stone (A Beach Day Counting Book)
- Set out a display table with sea shells, sea stars, a bin with sand, and shovels.
- Draw a beach scene! Glue on small seashells and sand!
TUESDAY
- Practice writing the number 20
- Make brown playdough together
- Provide playdough placemats and make letter shapes (downloads are in the Subscriber Library)
WEDNESDAY
- Read: Scaredy Squirrel at the Beach
- Watch: KidVision Beach Field Trip
THURSDAY
- Field trip to buy ingredients for our snack
- Make these crab shaped sandwiches
- Sing along to Sandy Beach
FRIDAY
- Read: The Seashore Book
- Write the letter “Z” and add it to our alphabet book
- Have a beach party! Go to a beach OR play in the kiddie pool.
So there you have it! A full month of learning and fun for a preschool or kindergarten child! Feel free to use any or all of these activities in your
Reflect:
What plans do you have for June? I would love to hear your thoughts on our planning for this month!
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