Nursery Rhyme
Star light, Star bright
Instructions
- Recite the poem “Star Light”
- Each night this month, look at the stars and recite the poem
- Discuss the word “wish”
- On a star shaped paper note, have child give you a wish to write down
- Keep wishes posted on a door or mirror this month
Star light, Star bright
Star light, Star bright
I wish I may, I wish I might
Have the wish I wish tonight
Simplify
Write poem on an index card and keep handy to use
When learning to memorize, repeat and memorize one line at a time.
For example, repeat Star light, Star bright and make sure child has this memorized before adding the next line - I wish I may I wish I might.
Always recite and start from the beginning when adding the next line. For example, Star light, Star bright, I wish I may I wish I might.....Star light, Star bright, I wish I may I wish I might, Have the wish I wish tonight.
Materials
- Poem "Star Light"
- star shaped paper
- pen
- tape
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Curriculum Plan Resources
Skills Focus
- Shape - Star
- Color - Violet
- Number - Review
- Alphabet Letters - S, V
- Senses - Touch
- Character Trait - Respect
- Target Words - Hot, Soft, Above, Below
Monthly Proverb
Scottish-He that is wise can make a friend of a foe
Did You Know?
"The foundations of social competence that are developed in the first five years are linked to emotional well-being and affect a child’s later ability to functionally adapt in school and to form successful relationships throughout life." National Scientific Council on the Developing Child
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"Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star"
by Ella Jenkins Album Early Early Childhood Songs (Children) (Activity 3)
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Nursery Rhyme
(Activity 26 Month 7)
Star light, Star bright
Star light, Star bright
I wish I may, I wish I might
Have the wish I wish tonight