This companion lesson goes along with the book Hatching the Cosmic Egg by Michael Dorer. While it works best with the book, this lesson can work as a stand-alone that would fit within the Great Lessons. The lesson's theme deals primarily with the interaction of the following relationships: the universe, life, humans, mathematics, and language. I encourage you to have Hatching the Cosmic Egg in your lower elementary class. It is an excellent read-aloud book that fits nicely after the Great Lessons.

Materials: 

(Version #1)

·      A large playing area (outside field or indoor gymnasium)

·      Sports cones (At least 32)

·      Poly Vinyl Spot Markers (At least 56)

·      Two large notepads or dry-erase boards

·      Four colored jerseys

(Variation #2)

·      A large playing area (outside field or indoor gymnasium)

·      Large yoga ball (85-120cm works the best)

·      Two large notepads or dry-erase boards

·      Poly Vinyl Spot Markers (At least 16)

Age: Lower Elementary