ClassX Video Lessons Grade Grade 1 Kodi And Friends Build A Treehouse | Creative Projects For Kids | Circle Time with Khan Academy Kids
Hi friends! Welcome to Circle Time. I’m Sophie from the Khan Academy Kids team, and I’m thrilled to be here with you today. During Circle Time, we can read books, talk about them, and enjoy show and tells from our friends. Most importantly, it’s wonderful to be together and connect. Today, I’m joined by my friend Paul. Let’s all say hello to Paul!
Hi Sophie, hi friends! I’m excited to be back with you for Circle Time. Today, we’re going to read a story called “The Treehouse” by Cynthia Platt. Let’s get started!
In the story, our friends Kodi, Ollo, Sandy, Reya, and Peck want to build a treehouse at the Kids’ Club. They all gather around the tree, excited to begin. But there’s one big question: “How do you build a treehouse?” Kodi asks. Peck suggests starting with a plan, and Reya thinks they should brainstorm ideas to know what they want.
Brainstorming means everyone shares their thoughts on how to build the treehouse. It’s a big project, so having many friends contribute ideas is helpful. Let’s see what they come up with!
Ollo wants to make a “tree castle” with flowers and a fountain. It sounds fun but difficult to build. Do you think it’s easy or hard to make? It seems pretty tricky with all those spires and roofs!
Kodi suggests a treehouse with a bouncy house inside. It sounds cool, but how stable would it be to bounce around in a tree? It might be a bit dangerous.
Reya thinks of a tree library with comfy chairs and books. It sounds cozy, but getting chairs up in a tree could be tough.
Sandy wants a treehouse with a skateboarding ramp. It’s exciting but might be dangerous. Peck suggests keeping it simple, like a bird’s nest with a strong foundation.
Everyone agrees with Peck’s idea. They draw a plan and start building. It’s hard work—they run out of wood, the hammer breaks, and Sandy gets a splinter. But somehow, the treehouse comes together. They’re proud of what they’ve built and celebrate with an ice cream party!
Now, let’s see what our friends have been making. Caleb built a dinosaur from recycled paper with big teeth and scales. Camilla made a rocket ship using a cardboard roll and lights to show flames. Robin imagined Peck on a skateboard and drew it. Bert created a puppet show using a simple box.
These creative projects show how you can use things around the house and your imagination to make something special. If you want to share a photo of something you’re building, ask a grown-up to help. We love seeing your projects!
That’s all for today’s Circle Time. Thank you for joining us for the story and show and tell. Bye for now from Sophie, Paul, and the Khan Academy Kids team. Bye friends!
Design Your Dream Treehouse: Grab some paper and colored pencils. Imagine your own treehouse and draw it! Think about what special features you would include. Would it have a slide, a telescope, or maybe a secret door? Share your drawing with a friend or family member and explain why you chose those features.
Build a Mini Treehouse: Use materials you can find at home, like cardboard, sticks, and glue, to create a small model of a treehouse. Think about how you can make it strong and stable. Once you’re done, show it to someone and describe how you built it and what challenges you faced.
Brainstorming Session: Gather with a few friends or family members and have a brainstorming session just like Kodi, Ollo, Sandy, Reya, and Peck did. Pick a fun project, like planning a pretend party or designing a playground. Everyone should share their ideas, and then work together to choose the best ones. Discuss why some ideas might be more practical than others.
