Let’s dive into a fun story from Sesame Street News with our friend, Elmo Monster! He tells us about the three little pigs and their adventure to build a strong house. This story is not just fun; it teaches us important lessons about being strong, creative, and using the right materials to build things.
The story starts with the three little pigs building a house made of straw. But oh no! The house falls down because straw is not strong enough to keep it standing. This teaches us that some materials, like straw, are not good for building strong houses. We need to choose materials that can stand up to things like wind and rain.
Next, the pigs try to build a house using cookie boxes. How fun! But, the cookie house falls down too. This part of the story shows us that while it’s great to be creative and think of fun ideas, we also need to make sure our ideas are practical and can really work. It’s important to use materials that are strong enough for building.
Finally, the pigs decide to build their house with rocks and stones. This is a smart choice because rocks and stones are very strong and can make a safe and sturdy house. The pigs’ new house stands tall and strong, teaching us that using the right materials is important for building something that lasts.
The story of the three little pigs teaches us many important lessons. We learn to choose the right materials, to be creative but also practical, and to learn from our mistakes. This story helps us think about how things are built and why it’s important to have a strong foundation. Just like the pigs, we can succeed by planning well and making smart choices!
Material Hunt: Go on a mini adventure around your home or classroom to find different materials. Collect small samples of items like paper, plastic, fabric, and small stones. Once you have your collection, try to build a small structure with each material. Which materials make the strongest structure? Discuss why some materials worked better than others for building.
Weather Test: Create a simple house using building blocks or small boxes. Once your house is built, simulate different weather conditions using a fan for wind and a spray bottle for rain. Observe what happens to your house. Does it stay standing or does it fall? Talk about how real houses are built to withstand weather and what materials help them stay strong.
Story Time Reflection: Think about a time when you tried to build or make something. What materials did you use? Did it work out as you planned? Share your story with a friend or family member and discuss what you might do differently next time. How can the lessons from the three little pigs help you in your next building project?
