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By the end of this lesson, children will be able to:
- Name at least 2 famous pirates from history
- Identify basic pirate vocabulary (ship, flag, treasure)
- Share simple facts about pirate life

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This lesson supports:
- Understanding the World (Past and Present)
- Communication and Language
- Personal, Social and Emotional Development

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Show children a treasure chest prop and discuss: What do we know about pirates? What do pirates look for?

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Read a simple picture book about pirates. Stop to discuss key vocabulary and ask questions.

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The Pirates Next Door [Children's story | Read Aloud]

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Using simple pictures, introduce Blackbeard and Anne Bonny. Discuss their ships and flags.

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In small groups, children create simple treasure maps using craft materials. Share maps on our class Padlet wall!

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Set up a dramatic play area with pirate costumes and props. Children can role-play being famous pirates.

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More capable children can draw and label parts of a pirate ship using simple words.

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Monitor children during activities for:
- Use of pirate vocabulary
- Engagement in role-play
- Recognition of famous pirates

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Children sort pictures into 'Pirate' and 'Not Pirate' categories to demonstrate understanding

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Use simple questions to assess understanding:
- Can you name a famous pirate?
- What did pirates look for?
- What did pirates sail in?

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Sing a simple pirate song together, using actions to reinforce vocabulary

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Over The Deep Blue Sea | Kids Songs | Super Simple Songs

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Children share their favorite fact about pirates with the class. Take photos to share on our class Padlet.

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Draw a picture of your favorite pirate with your family and tell them what you learned

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Create a simple pirate flag design using shapes and colors

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Free Printable Pirate Flags | Pirate flag, Pirate printables, Pirates

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Aug 8, 2024 - This set of free printable pirate flags is perfect for a pirate themed dramatic play center, a pirate birthday party, or even decorating your pirate-lover's room. I hope you enjoy! This set of free printable