Exploration of Vakoa

Abstract

For this curriculum, we will rely heavily on a lot of investigations. As an introduction to the unit, we will do a KWL chart. The KWL chart is a graphic organizer that will allow us to map out our investigation. We will start with the K- What we Know. This will allow us to chart the children’s prior knowledge about Gourds. Next, will be the W- What do you want to Learn? As we progress through our investigation, we will document what the children learned about the
Gourds. The learning objective is that children will chart their prior knowledge about gourds,
state learning goals, and be able to reflect on what they learned as we progress through this unit. Our first activity will be a sensory investigation on gourds. Children learn about their world when they can physically manipulate objects and explore using their five senses, such as seeing, tasting, touching, hearing, and smelling. For the activity, a variety of gourds will be provided, and the children will be able to use their senses to explore the gourds. We will document what the children are observing with their senses. As an addition to this investigation, we will ask open-ended questions to guide their exploration. Open-ended questions will help the children think deeper about what they are observing but also help guide their observations. The learning objective for this activity is that children will use their five senses to explore and investigate
gourds.