Use lots of visuals to get a conversation going. This will be your anchor from which you will build on to highlight this theme for the rest of the week.
It a great way to find out which part of this subject most interest that particular group.
Group dynamics and interests differ from one year to the next. For example, if you introduce the
farm animal theme
and you find that during the discussion the children seem to be interested more in horses then simply add more pictures, books and songs
about horses.
Cutting activities should be included in your program at least once a week.
Cutting is not easy for children. It's a required skill that develops with practice.
Cutting
play dough
is a great way to help them strengthen the hand muscles and movements needed in the cutting.
Don't fret about following a line! That will come with practice. If they are too stressed trying to follow the line when they are first learning to cut, there is a good chance that cutting activities for them will become a stressful activity.
Closing Event
End the week by asking the children what was their favorite activity for the
theme of the week.
This is a good day to add a special activity to emphasize the theme.
It can be activities such as a trip to the zoo, museum, invite a special guest (fireman...)
Circle Time 
Games include
physical games
that kids can play indoors and outdoors.
