My Five Senses: God's Gift to Me
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In an effort to develop sensory and motor skills, homeschool teachers, parents and Early Learning Christian Centers will find this fun and interactive picture book valuable. This introductory book about the five senses will prepare early learners, ages 2-6 to gain knowledge, respect and an appreciation for touch, smell, sight, taste and sound. Let's read together and find out how little Johnny discovers his five senses!
Discussion points
How do you use your senses every day?
Can you think of a time when one of your senses helped you learn something new?
Which sense do you enjoy using the most and why?
How do you think life would be different if you couldn't use one of your senses?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to provide personal examples while discussing the questions, reinforcing their understanding by relating it to their own experiences.
Use a gentle and curious tone to make the child comfortable in expressing their thoughts and feelings.
Validate your child's responses to make them feel heard, fostering a deeper connection.
Introduce real-life situations where they have used their senses, tying abstract concepts to tangible experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Appreciating the senses
Explanation: The book highlights the importance of the five senses as gifts from God, teaching children to be grateful for their ability to see, hear, touch, taste, and smell.
Real-World Application: Children can practice mindfulness by consciously observing and discussing what they sense around them in different settings, enhancing their appreciation and gratitude.
Example Lesson: Understanding human biology
Explanation: Through engaging narrative, the book explains how each sense works, making the biological processes accessible and interesting to young readers.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps children understand their own bodies better and promotes curiosity about science and biology in daily life.
Example Lesson: Valuing diversity
Explanation: The book subtly teaches that while everyone has the same senses, individual experiences can be different, promoting an early understanding of diversity.
Real-World Application: Children learn to respect and appreciate different people's perceptions and experiences, fostering empathy and social inclusiveness.
Example Lesson: Encouraging exploration
Explanation: Children are encouraged to use their senses to explore the world around them, which is a key aspect of early childhood development.
Real-World Application: This encourages active learning and exploration, vital for cognitive and emotional growth, as children interact with their environment.
Example Lesson: Developing gratitude
Explanation: The book’s focus on senses as gifts fosters a sense of gratitude in young readers for their functional abilities and their everyday experiences.
Real-World Application: By recognizing everyday functionalities as gifts, children can cultivate a habit of gratitude, enhancing their emotional and mental well-being.