Lesson Plan

Workforce Solutions Pre-K Lessons

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Four lessons, each following the same routine, explore the careers of a teacher, nurse, electrician, geologist, plumber, and police officer. After listening to a read-aloud and thoughtful discussion, young scholars construct puppets on craft sticks, match occupations with tools, and draw a self portrait as one of the six professionals.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Include the lesson in a unit on community helpers
  • Invite a professional from any one of the careers listed to speak to the class about their experience
  • Display finished products alongside related books and a themed focus wall
Classroom Considerations
  • The first lesson in a series of four is designed for Pre-K
  • Lessons highlight jobs in Texas
  • Each lesson takes 20-30 minutes to complete
Pros
  • Includes three extension opportunities 
  • Lessons build nicely, scaffolding materials and knowledge from start to finish
Cons
  • None