Catch some Z's with this activity that helps your class familiarize themselves with the letter Z. Students will learn about zookeepers and draw a six-part person.
Students will be able to identify the letter Z, attempt to write the letter Z, and name a word that begins with the letter Z.
Introduction
(15 minutes)
Ask the students if they know what a zookeeper does. Record responses on chart paper or a board.
Tell the students to listen for the jobs of a zookeeper as you read Z is for Zookeeper.
Refer back to the list made earlier.
Ask students if they were correct about their answers and ask if there is anything new to add to the list.
Record any new answers students give.
Explain that the job of the zookeeper is to take care of the animals. This includes feeding and cleaning the animals as well as keeping their living environment clean.
Explain that a zookeeper is different than a veterinarian, who is a doctor for animals.