Science for Kids: Early Stage 1 - Nala's Nest

In this engaging science lesson for kindergarten, children explore the physical world by observing how different objects move. Through the story of Nala, who imagines having a bird's nest in her hair, students learn about the movement of various objects based on their shapes and sizes. Nala conducts experiments at the park and at home, discovering that round objects roll or bounce, cylinders roll in straight lines, and flat objects slide. The lesson concludes with a summary of these concepts, emphasizing the relationship between an object's shape and its movement.

What types of objects did Nala test to see how they move?

What special characteristic do spinning tops and eggs share regarding their movement?

How does Nala's mom respond to her idea of making a nest in her hair?

What did Nala learn about the shapes of objects and their movement?