Title: When I Grow Up. I Want To Be A Firefighter
Author/Publisher: The Old Schoolhouse Magazine
Target Audience: ages 4-10, but can be enjoyed by adults too
Format: Download from The Old Schoolhouse Store (phone 1-888-718-HOME)
Price: $8.95, with a money-back guarantee
This curriculum is part of the WannaBe Series from The Old Schoolhouse. In this 80-page download, the information is presented as a lecture and guest speaker platform. We really enjoyed learning such things as the history of firefighting, the bucket brigade, and why Dalmatian dogs are associated with firefighting. The hands-on activities were engaging and helped us to understand the concepts.
Subjects covered included:
- Career exploration
- History
- Math
- Science
- Vocabulary
- Art
- Creative Thinking
- Physical Fitness
- Problem Solving
- Team Work
As part of the downloaded materials, there was a reading list, family fun activities, and links to other resources. We were able to find some of the suggested books at our library. Four of the five books we chose were read together, and one was able to be read alone … although it was cute enough that I stayed for it too.
The Queen’s Overall Assessment:
The unit is directed towards ages 4-10. Since the prince is 6 and the princess is 4, I base my assessment on those ages. I thought that this unit was really text-heavy for the younger ages. I really felt that the lectures and lessons would fit better with the upper ages. (I used the text as background information and presented it while doing the other activities.)
I would have liked to see more information on fire safety. There were two short games and a couple of library books. There were links to more fire safety information. When we visit the fire station for open house, we will get more information to build on what we learned. It also reminded us to review our fire safety plan.
This unit study is worth the price of $8.95.
Sunday, April 11, 2010