Ticket Writing Station

Purposeful writing in a play context motivates children to practice writing skills.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Air Travel
• Learning area: Language Arts
• Level: Levels 1-3

Objectives

• Practice early writing skills
• Write own name
• Engage in purposeful writing

Materials

• Blank ticket templates
• Pencils
• Crayons
• Stamps

Instructions

Set up a ticket writing station where children create 'boarding passes' by writing their name and destination.

Educator tip

Display a world map nearby and let children choose real destinations to 'fly to.'

Assessment

Observe writing attempts, letter formation, and willingness to engage in writing.

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