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Non-traditional Instruction (NTI) plans are designed to be fun and easy for parents to guide, while helping students build key concepts across subjects. Please send back completed work in your student’s folder. Use the chart below which outlines the activities students must complete, in addition to ones that are optional. |
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Literacy - Students will choose a favorite book or a new story to read at home. As they read, search for 5 new or interesting words they don’t know or find exciting. Encourage them to write each word in their notebook or on a piece of paper. For each word, try to figure out its meaning by using context clues from the sentence. Write down what they think the word means. After writing the definitions, the student will draw a small picture next to each word to show its meaning. The student will then go on a “word hunt” around their house, looking for objects or situations that relate to the words they found. Math- Students will use addition and subtraction within 100 to solve one- and two-step word problems. Instructions Question 1 You went to Target and bought three toys: -A toy car for $14 -A stuffed animal for $8 -A puzzle for $12 Question: How much did you spend in all? If you gave the cashier $40, how much change will you get back? Question 2 You are planning a birthday party and need to buy balloons and party hats. You decided to buy 12 balloons and 5 party hats. How many total items did you buy? If each balloon cost $1 and each party hat cost $2, how much money did you spend in all? |
Literacy - Ask the student to think of a magical creature. 1. Create a Name: Write down a fun name for the creature. 2. Draw Your Creature: On the blank paper, the student should draw their magical creature, adding as many details as they can. 3. Write a Short Story: ○ At the top of the page, they can write “My Magical Creature Adventure.” ○ Below the drawing, encourage them to write 3-5 sentences about an adventure they had with their creature. They can answer questions like: ■ Where did they go? ■ What did they do? ■ What challenges did they face? Math - Students will use addition and subtraction within 100 to solve one- and two-step word problems. Instructions Question 1 At the school's book fair Oliver bought 11 adventure books and 25 mystery books. If 18 of the books were used, how many new books did he buy? Question 2 Tom had 3 boxes of toys. Each box had 5 toys. Later Tom bought 9 more toys. How many toys did he have in total? |
Literacy - Read a short story or familiar book. Summarize the key events in the story, focusing on the beginning, middle, and end. Divide your summary into 3-5 key moments. You’ll write or draw each moment on separate pieces of paper or cardstock, then cut each piece into a “puzzle” shape. Math - Students will explore geometry by identifying and counting shapes found around their home. Instructions 1. Shape List: Start by making a list of common shapes to find (i.e. circles, squares, rectangles, triangles). You can include more advanced shapes like hexagons for a challenge. 2. Hunt for Shapes: The student will go on a “Shape Hunt” around the house, looking for objects that match the shapes on their list. For example, a clock might be a circle, and a door could be a rectangle. 3. Record the Shapes: Each time they find a shape, they will write down the name of the object and what shape it is. For example: -Circle: Clock -Rectangle: Door -Square: Tile |
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Science - Studying Plants: If the student has a small houseplant, they can use that. If not, they can observe a tree outside from their window. Draw a picture of the plant and describe its color, size, and any visible features (like leaves or flowers). Ask them to think about what the plant needs to grow. They can write down things like sunlight, water, and soil, and draw pictures of these elements. Create a simple “Plant Care Guide” with tips on how to take care of plants. Social Studies - A Passport About Kentucky: ● Have your child fold a few sheets of paper together to create a small booklet. They can decorate the cover with the word "Passport" and colorful designs. ● Ask your child to select 3–5 facts about Kentucky ● They might share things such as: ○ The capital city ○ One traditional food ○ A famous landmark ○ A special tradition that’s unique to Kentucky ● Fill In the Passport: On each page of the passport, have your child write down the facts they found. They can also draw pictures or paste printed images that represent each country |
Science - Observing Ice: If there’s snow outside, collect a small amount in a tray. If not, use ice cubes instead. In your notebook, write the date and make a drawing of the snow or ice. Describe its color, texture, and any interesting details (like how it feels or smells). 1. Pour a small amount of warm water over the snow or ice in the tray. 2. Observe what happens! Does the snow melt? How quickly does it change? 3. Use a measuring cup or spoon to see how much snow or ice you started with. Record the amount in your notebook. 4. After pouring the warm water, measure how much water is left in the tray (if it melted) and note any changes. Write 2-3 sentences about what you observed. Questions to think about: How did the snow or ice change? What happened to the warm water? Did it create any new shapes or puddles? Social Studies - A Time Capsule: Find small items that represent the items that reflect your family’s culture. This could include: ○ A recipe for a favorite family dish ○ Photos from past family gatherings ○ Small tokens (like a decoration or a favorite book) ○ Decorate the Time Capsule ○ Once the items are collected, place everything inside the time capsule. Write a letter explaining what’s inside and why they are important. ○ Decide on a future date to open the time capsule together, making it a fun event to look forward to! |
Science - Observe the Weather: The student should look out the window and observe the weather. They can use weather words to help identify the conditions (sunny, rainy, etc.). In their notebook or on a sheet of paper, they will write the date at the top and draw a picture of the weather. Below the picture, they should write 2-3 sentences describing the weather. ■ How does it feel outside? (warm, chilly, etc.) ■ What sounds do they hear? (birds chirping, rain falling) ■ What activities do they think are good for this weather? After their observation, they can write a short prediction for the next day’s weather. What do they think will happen? Will it be the same, or will it change? Social Studies - Interview Family Members: ● Ask your child to interview at least two family members (like parents, grandparents, or siblings) about their favorite traditions. They can ask questions like: ○ What is your favorite holiday and why? ○ Are there any special foods we eat for that holiday? ○ What traditions did you have when you were a child? ○ Create a Tradition List: Have your child write down the traditions shared by their family members. Encourage them to note why these traditions are meaningful. |