Thematic Unit

Thematic Unit Part A
• NAEYC Standard 1a: Knowing and understanding young children’s
characteristics and needs.
• NAEYC Standard 1c: Using developmental knowledge to create healthy,
respectful, supportive, and challenging learning environments.
• NAEYC Standard 4b: Knowing and understanding effective strategies
and tools for early education, including appropriate uses of technology.
Overview:
In this assignment, you will begin planning a thematic unit appropriate for preschool or
kindergarten children. The children would explore a theme for a minimum of one (1)
week. All curricula for that week would relate to this theme. Using technology, you
will create a “Curriculum Web.” A sample is found on page 78 of your text.
Instructions:

1. Select either preschool or kindergarten children for your curriculum.
2. Select a theme appropriate for preschool or kindergarten children. You will enter
   the theme in the Thematic Unit Plan below.
   A list of themes is provided in the textbook (page 76). You may choose one from the list
   or create your own theme.
   Note: You may not use “All About Me” as your theme.
3. Create a “Curriculum Web” using an electronic program. You will:
   o
   Place the theme at the center of the web,
   o
   Identify at least 3 sub-topics, and
   o
   Plan 3 to 5 ideas webbed from each topic sub-topic.
   Example: A curriculum web is provided in the textbook (page 62).
   o
   Theme: Magnificent Me
   o
   Sub-topics: My home, family, friends, and body
   o “Family” sub-topic ideas: members, activities, language, and occupations