How Characters Change in a Story | Reading Comprehension | Khan Academy Kids
In “Zoe and Lily’s Prank Adventure,” two friends, Zoe and Lily, attempt to prank their friend Charlie with water balloons, but the prank backfires when it damages Charlie’s poster and makes him upset. Initially amused, the girls quickly realize the impact of their actions and feel remorseful for hurting Charlie’s feelings. Ultimately, they learn the valuable lesson that pranks should be considerate of others’ feelings, highlighting the importance of kindness and empathy.
Adding Equations | How to Add | Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn the concept of addition using a fun and relatable example involving berries. By starting with a small number of berries and counting up to a desired total, they discover that 2 berries plus 5 more equals 7 berries. The lesson concludes with a playful activity of making a smoothie, reinforcing the idea that addition can be enjoyable and practical.
Words with -ee and -ea | Vowel Teams | Learn to Read with Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn about how certain letter combinations work together to produce the same sounds, specifically focusing on the teams of E and A, and E and E, both of which create the long E sound. Through examples like “eat” and “beet,” students discover the collaborative nature of letters and how they form words we use daily. The lesson encourages students to pay attention to these letter teams in their reading and speaking to enhance their understanding of language.
The Word ‘Has’ | Sight Words | Learn to Read with Khan Academy Kids
The lesson explains the meaning and usage of the word “has,” which indicates possession or ownership. Through the example of Sandy and her large hat, it illustrates how “has” conveys that something belongs to someone. The key takeaway is that “has” is an essential word for discussing what people own or hold.
Elephant Animal Facts | Workout for Kids with Coach Kelli | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In today’s Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids, Caroline and Sophie introduced the fascinating world of elephants, focusing on baby elephants, or calves, and their nurturing behavior within a herd. The lesson included learning about the letter “E,” a story about Ollo the elephant that emphasized coping with worry through creative activities, and a fun exercise session with Coach Kelli to promote physical health. The session concluded with a show-and-tell featuring a drawing of Ollo, encouraging children to engage in art and exercise at home.
Sink Or Float | Water Science Experiment for Kids | Surf’s Up | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
In this Circle Time lesson with Khan Academy Kids, Caroline and Sophie engage children in a fun exploration of feelings and the science of sinking and floating through a story and hands-on activities. They introduce the concept of predictions as children guess whether various objects will sink or float, explaining the science behind these outcomes. The session concludes with a Show and Tell segment, allowing kids to share their own creations and learn about important hygiene practices.
The Vowel I | Long and Short Vowel Sounds | Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn about the letter I, a vowel that can produce both short and long sounds. The short sound is exemplified by the word “insect,” while the long sound is demonstrated with “ice cream.” The lesson emphasizes the versatility of the letter I and encourages students to listen for its different sounds in reading and conversation.
Words with -ie and -igh | Vowel Teams | Learn to Read with Khan Academy Kids
In this lesson, students learn about how certain letters team up to create special sounds, similar to friends collaborating in games. Specifically, the lesson highlights the I-E team, which produces the long I sound in words like “tie,” and the I-G-H team, which does the same in words like “tight.” By understanding these letter combinations, students can improve their reading skills and recognize how letters work together to form sounds.
Setting Up a Class Account | Khan Academy Kids Teacher Tools
This lesson provides a step-by-step guide for teachers and parents on how to set up a class account on Khan Academy Kids, enabling them to organize classes, create assignments, and track student progress. It covers the initial sign-up process, switching to teacher setup, adding students, and managing the class through the app. By following these instructions, educators can create an engaging and structured learning environment for their students.
Abuela Chela Quits | Kids Book Read Aloud | Story Time with Khan Academy Kids | Reading Adventures
In the story “Abuela Chela Quits,” we learn about Abuela Chela, who feels overwhelmed by making tamales for Christmas without help from her busy grandkids. After a series of mishaps, the grandkids come together to learn how to make the tamales themselves, ultimately showing their appreciation for Abuela Chela’s hard work. The lesson emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing the efforts of those who create joy in our lives.