Pre-K Quick Projects: Let’s Fly a Kite!

Standards/Concepts/Practices:

• Observing
• Counting
• Shapes
• Motor Skills

Materials Needed:

• The Kite Festival by Leyla Torres
• Sled kite template
• String
• Tape
• Scissors

(You can use this sled kite template from NASA: Sled Kite Template)

Activity Plan:

Part 1: Read-Aloud

• Begin by reading The Kite Festival by Leyla Torres.

Part 2: Discussion

• Ask the students if they have ever flown a kite.
• Inquire if anyone has made their own kite.
• Excite them by letting them know they’ll get to create and fly their own kite today!

Part 3: Kite Construction

1. Provide each student with a sled kite template.
2. Show examples of paper maps (similar to what they’ll use for the kite).
3. Guide students in constructing their own kites.

Part 4: Take Flight!

• Allow students to try flying their kites outdoors during recess.
• Discuss the importance of wind for successful kite flying.

Summary:

Today, you became kite-makers and kite-flyers! Remember, when it comes to kites, the wind is your best friend. So, go fly a kite and let your creativity soar! 🪁✨