Summarize the values whip by explaining to the students that everyone belongs to a family. Point out the differences in each student's family. Share other ways that families are different. Explain to the children that a family is a special group of people. Everyone is a member of a family.
Families are different in some ways.
Families are different sizes and sometimes the whole family does not live together. Family members help each other and love each other. Have students think of ways that family members help each other and show that they love each other. Set the dramatic play area up as a home. Provide different types of clothing so the students can dress up to pretend to be mom, dad, brother, sister, baby, grandma, grandpa, aunt, uncle, etc. 4 .