The Ugly Duckling

What is the story of "The Hard Duckling"?

Stories conveying the importance of taking care of oneself and caring for others.

The Ugly Duckling is a work by Danish fairy tale author Hans Christian Andersen.

This story has deep themes that are relevant to today's social issues such as bullying, discrimination, and lack of self-esteem.

Through the story of the protagonist's growth,The importance of taking care of yourself and caring for othersto the children.

the characters (in a play or novel)

• Ugly Duckling
• The Ugly Duckling Brothers
• The Ugly Duckling's Mother
• A flock of swans

The story and synopsis of "The Hard-to-Read Duckling

The ugly duckling was born looking different from other ducklings.

The ugly duckling, who grew up feeling lonely and bullied by his siblings and other animals around him, cannot stand the cruel words and attitudes and decides to leave home and go on a journey.

On its journey, the ugly duckling perseveres despite the many difficulties and trials it faces.

Then, one spring day, he encountered a flock of swans on a lake and realized that he himself was a swan.

After a long period of loneliness and hardship, the ugly duckling was able to flap its wings in a beautiful way and finally find its place in the world.

Let's play "The Hard Duckling"!

Let's play "The Hardy Duckling."

Dramatic play is an activity in which children enter the world of a story and experience the feelings and events of the characters.

In play-play,Fostering imagination and expressionNot only,Naturally acquire the joy of cooperating with friends and the spirit of consideration for othersYou can do that.

We encourage you to engage in dramatic play in your daily childcare and at recitals.

Age range for "The Hardy Duckling" play

Ugly DucklingAge range is 6 years oldIt is.

This is because 6-year-olds are at an age when they can begin to become aware of their own value and individuality, and think about the importance of diversity in their interactions with friends, saying that "everyone is different and everyone is good.

The theme of the story, "taking care of yourself" and "the importance of caring for others," can be deeply felt and lead to more emotional growth.

The aim of the play "The Hardy Duckling

Play-acting isThe most important thing is for children to enjoy themselves in their roles.It is.

However, through dramatic playIt is also important to consider what you want to convey to children and how you want them to grow.It is a thing of the past.

Here are two reasons for performing the play "The Hard Duckling.

(1) Everyone is different and everyone is good

Let's convey to children the importance of "seeing what's in the other person" and "accepting differences" from the scene where the ugly duck discriminated based on its appearance alone.

Every person has value,We will convey the importance of caring for and recognizing others as being wonderful because of their differences.The following is a list of the most common problems with the

As well as respecting the other party,Self-affirmation that "every self is important and specialWe will also communicate

Encourage children to learn the importance of believing in themselves and to gain self-confidence, rather than being misled by the opinions of others.

(2) Be brave and take on challenges, even if you are not good at them.

It is a story of an ugly duckling who overcomes various trials and finally flutters as a beautiful swan.

Through changes that flap their wings as swans,That we can grow ourselves by being courageous and challenging ourselves even when we are going through difficult times or having difficulties.to children.

The best season to perform "The Hard Duckling" is "early summer.

The Ugly Duckling's Dramatic PlayThe best season is early summeris

This is the perfect time of year to combine dramatic play with the introduction of water play, as children can share the sight of ducklings swimming happily and swans swimming gracefully.

Also, by incorporating water-based production play, swans and ducklings become more familiar and fun.

Of course, dramatic play can be worked on in other seasons as well, not just early summer.

Please keep an eye on your child's growth and class situation as you proceed with this fun dramatic play.

Before we do the dramatic play "The Hardy Duckling" [introduction].

Before beginning dramatic play, it is important to ensure that children understand and enjoy the world of the story.

Using picture books, panel theaters, and pape-serts to visually communicate in an easy-to-understand manner deepens understanding of the story and improves expressive ability.

Careful introductions should naturally draw children's interest in dramatic play.

Let's get to know the story through "picture books.

Use picture books to tell children the story of the "Difficult Duckling".

Picture book reading can carefully convey the emotions of the characters and the flow of the story.

Let's have fun with a "panel theater or a paper theater.

After reading a picture book to the children to make sure they understand the story, incorporate a panel theater or a pep-sat.

Incorporating visually moving means of expression can further engage children's interest.

Children can have fun playing with the puppets by moving them around themselves in the pape-sert.

Enjoying the freedom to improvise can enhance creativity.

Using a whiteboard marker, "Let's Float the Duck in Water"

Incorporate production play along with the introduction of picture books, panel theater, and papeserts.

It is easy to make, so please try to work on it in your nursery school or kindergarten.

What to prepare

• Whiteboard marker in your favorite color
• aluminum foil
• Container filled with water (a clear container is recommended)

way of playing (a game)

1) Painting on aluminum foil
Cut aluminum foil into appropriate sizes.

Using a whiteboard marker, draw a duck, a swan, or a favorite pattern.

(2) Floating on water
When the edge of a picture on aluminum foil is slowly touched to water, the picture will emerge from the aluminum foil.

Once the picture emerges, pull the aluminum foil out of the water.

The floating picture looks as if it is swimming on the water.

Before we do the play "The Hardy Duckling" [Preparation].

Prepare masks and props with the children before the play "The Hardy Duckling.

By using masks and props, children can become the characters and enjoy the world of the story more.

Masks, props and costumes

the characters (in a play or novel)	Costumes and props
Ugly Duckling	dress Sew it into a poncho shape with gray non-woven fabric. Attach felt or cloth to the sleeves and shoulders to resemble wings. mask Masks are made from drawing paper, and children draw faces with crayons and other materials.
The Ugly Duckling Brothers	dress Sew it into a poncho shape with yellow non-woven fabric. Attach felt or cloth to the sleeves and shoulders to resemble wings. mask Masks are made from drawing paper, and children draw faces with crayons and other materials.
The Ugly Duckling's Mother	dress Sew into a poncho shape with white non-woven fabric. Attach felt or cloth to the sleeves and shoulders to resemble wings. mask Masks are made from drawing paper, and children draw faces with crayons and other materials.
Animals (cat, catcher, dog)	dress Sew each animal into a poncho shape using non-woven fabric in the color that matches the animal. Chickens can wear feathers, and dogs and cats can wear tails. mask Masks are made from drawing paper, and children draw faces with crayons and other materials.
A flock of swans	dress Use white clothing and skirts to create the grace and lightness of a swan. Attach wings to both hands with fabric and add a touch of glamour with glittery materials. mask Masks are made from drawing paper, and children draw faces with crayons and other materials.

script

Here are some tips for creating a script.

interpoint (interword separation)Keep lines short and simple.
Make short lines that are easy for children to remember and emotional. It is also recommended to increase the number of gestures and facial expressions that can be used to convey the message.

Utilize music and rhythm
Incorporating music and simple rhythms into situations that involve movement creates natural movement and makes the children's work more enjoyable.

The script below is for reference only.

Try to make a script that fits the children and the atmosphere of the class... ♪

Let's make a panel theater "Difficult Duckling

Let's make a panel theater of "The Hard Duckling.

Choki Peta Factory is for busy childcare workers,
We create and distribute a variety of materials that can be used in childcare settings!

Just download the materials and you can make it in about 10 minutes.

What to prepare

p-paper
Scissors

way of making

(1) Download material data and print on P-paper.

(2) Cut the printed P-paper with scissors and you are done.

Clip art of "Hard-to-find Duckling

The Hard Duckling" Play Script and Lines

narrator
A duck gave birth to a lovely child by a pond.

But big egglings are hard to produce.

After much warming by the mother, the baby was finally born, a "difficult duckling.

The ugly duckling swam swiftly after birth.

But because of their ugly appearance, my siblings poked me with their beaks and played tricks on me.

So, the ugly duckling decided to go on a journey alone.

During my journey, I met a dog.

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The dog did not look at the duck and went away.

Next, I met a cat.

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With that, the cat also went away.

Next, we met a chicken.

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With that said, the chickens went away too.

The ugly duckling had nowhere to go and no food to eat.

After a short walk, we found a lake.

There was a very beautiful swan there.

narrator
The duck was lonely and frozen, waiting for spring to come.

And then came the warm and sunny spring.

The ducks looked into the lake.

Then there was a beautiful swan.

Yes, the "Difficult Duckling" was really a swan.

The swan, now beautiful in appearance, has made a friend.

And together we flew high into the sky.

the end

Summary of "The Hard Duckling

We introduced the Ugly Duckling's dramatic play.

The dramatic play of "The Hard Duckling" not only allows children to enjoy the story,Cultivation of self-esteem and compassion for othersThis is an opportunity to convey the message that

We encourage you to engage in dramatic play at your preschool or kindergarten.

Of course, you don't have to do play-acting at Chokipeta Factory.

Download the materials and create a "panel theater" or "pepsert",

It is also recommended to enjoy with children.