MasterPeace Academy

This week's theme centered on reptiles. Our discussion focused on
• What are reptiles?
• The differences between reptiles and mammals.
• Where do reptiles live?
• What do reptiles eat?

I explained to the students that reptiles are cold-blooded animals that rely on the heat of their surroundings to warm up. Reptiles are vertebrates, meaning that they have backbones. I provided examples of reptiles, including snakes, tortoises, turtles, crocodiles, and alligators. I distinguished tortoises, which walk on land, turtles, which swim in water, and terrapins, which can do both. I shared information with the students; turtles have no teeth and breathe through their bottoms.

We looked at anacondas in their environment on YouTube. We also talked about the snake's habitats, including dark places, the ground, and even trees. I reminded the students that snakes are warm-blooded, have scales, and do not have fur or hair like mammals. They tend to hibernate in cold months to preserve heat.

To reinforce their understanding, I pointed out the unique physical features of each reptile, such as tortoises' shells and snakes' long bodies, helping children remember these differences more easily. Reptiles are carnivores and eat as often as their environment allows.

The students explored the fascinating world of South African reptiles as we danced to theme-appropriate music. To include all learning styles, children also engaged with visual aids as we described reptiles. We took time to spell out terms. We distinguished a gecko from a lizard as well.

The students received an adorable set of A4-sized coloring pages featuring the critical topic of reptiles. The images are ideal for preschool-aged children, allowing them to practice their coloring, fine motor, and pencil control skills. They also received a Twinkl worksheet, a great resource to help children count up to ten to solve addition problems. I

Today’s lesson centered on celebrating Mother’s Day. After our declarations, we recited a poem that talked about the role of a mother as a guardian and nurturer. We spelled out the word 'mother' as well.Then, using wooden figures, we discussed the different roles a mother can assume as a nurse, teacher, librarian, taxi driver, hairdresser, and cleaner. Then we discussed the roles that a mother can have outside, though. I asked the students how many of their mothers worked outside the home. Most of them raised their hands.

We talked about the nuclear family, which includes a mom with a unique role and gender, and a dad. Lastly, we included a baby for the family. Then I taught a song to the tune of "You Are My Sunshine" about our love for our mothers. Next, we ended our time with dancing to theme-appropriate music: some reggae, some rap, some nursery rhyme.
Afterward, we prayed and asked God to help our mothers to be the kind of role models of excellence and godliness that we need. We asked God to help us be children who listen, obey, and appreciate our mothers. Then, it was time for a snack.