Amici a quattro zampe - Appunti di studio

"Amici a quattro zampe" Project - Study Notes

• General Objectives:

  • Inclusion: Encourage the integration of children with autism into the class, promoting collaboration and respect for diversity.
  • Significant Learning: Foster active and meaningful learning through concrete and multi-sensory experiences.
  • Skill Development: Develop cognitive, linguistic, artistic, and social skills in children.

• Specific Objectives:

  • Science:
    • Learn about the characteristics of common domestic animals (dogs, cats, fish, birds).
    • Understand their needs and care.
    • Learn animal species and growth stages.
  • Italian:
    • Describe a domestic animal.
    • Create stories and rhymes about animals.
    • Participate in conversations and discussions on the subject.
    • Expand vocabulary related to animals.
    • Express emotions and thoughts clearly.
    • Follow instructions and participate in group activities.
  • Art: -Represent domestic animals through various artistic techniques (drawing, painting, collages). -Create a collaborative class album or poster. -Develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. -Express creativity through art. -Collaborate with classmates.

• Project Duration: 6-8 weeks, 2-3 sessions per week.

• Methodology:

  • Lectures: Use visuals, videos, and tangible objects to present topics.
  • Practical Activities: Direct observation of animals (if possible), manipulation of materials (plush toys, figures), role-playing.
  • Creative Workshops: Drawing, painting, collages, and construction of animal-themed objects.
  • Reading: Stories about animals, with a focus on simple language and visuals.
  • Group Games: Movement, cooperation, and role-playing games.
  • Support Tools: Visual aids, visual schedules, and step-by-step activities for children with autism.

• Assessment & Evaluation:

  • Systematic Observation: Monitor the engagement of children with autism and track progress in language, social skills, and independence.
  • Artwork Assessment: Evaluate the quality of drawings, writings, and constructions.
  • Activity Participation: Assess participation in group activities and collaboration with classmates.
  • Questionnaires: Collect feedback from children and parents about the project.
  • Examples of Activities:
    • Science: Creating a poster about common domestic animals. Building a terrarium to observe insects.
    • Italian: Writing a story about a pet. Making a drawing book with animal body parts.
    • Art: Painting a pet portrait. Creating a birdcage from recycled materials.